1. How much does an average balcony makeover cost?

The cost of a balcony makeover is entirely within your control. With a small budget, a thorough cleaning, an outdoor rug, and a few smartly placed planters can make a huge difference. If you want to replace the entire floor and purchase luxurious furniture, the costs will be higher.

2. Can I carry out a balcony makeover on a rented balcony?

Absolutely! Simply make sure you choose solutions that can be easily removed without leaving damage. Click tiles on the floor, foldable furniture, and planters that stand on the ground without needing to drill are perfectly suitable for rental properties.

3. Which plants are best for a complete transformation?

Choose a mix of evergreen plants and seasonal flowering plants. Evergreens like lavender, ivy, or ornamental grasses ensure your balcony looks well-maintained all year round, while annual bloomers provide cheerful splashes of color in the summer.

4. How do I prevent my small balcony from becoming too cluttered?

Primarily work along the edges and upwards. Keep the middle of the floor as clear as possible by choosing planters through the railings and foldable furniture that you can easily move aside when not in use.

5. How do I maintain my revamped balcony in winter?

Protect loose textile cushions by storing them indoors during wet months. Most ground-standing planters can remain outdoors all year round, provided they have good drainage so that excess rainwater can easily run off.

Balcony makeover: From empty space to an atmospheric oasis

Do you look out from your living room onto a grey, empty space with a simple railing? Then it's high time for a thorough balcony makeover. Many people primarily see their balcony as a place to hang laundry or store bins, when it could actually be the most beautiful extension of your home. With the right approach, you can transform even the smallest or most neglected outdoor space into a cozy spot where you'd love to spend all day.

In this comprehensive article, we'll guide you step-by-step through the entire transformation process. We'll show you how to lay the groundwork, how to smartly arrange the space with greenery, and how to add the finishing touches with atmospheric details. Also, check out the helpful videos where we showcase the complete before-and-after transformation!

Step 1: Preparation and the big clean-up

Every successful balcony makeover begins with a clean slate. Before enthusiastically buying new plants and garden furniture, it's wise to first tackle the balcony thoroughly. Remove all old items, worn-out pots, and dead plants. Scrub the floor clean with an eco-friendly soap and a hard brush, and make the railing dust and spider-free.

Once everything is clean and dry, you'll truly see the space clearly. You can now accurately measure how many square meters you have and where the sun is at different times of the day. This is crucial information for choosing the right plants and furniture later in the process.

Step 2: Choose a nice base for the floor

The flooring largely determines the ambiance on your balcony. A grey concrete floor radiates little warmth, but fortunately, you can easily remedy that. There are several ways to give the floor a warm look:

Click tiles of wood or plastic: These tiles click together without tools and immediately provide a luxurious, natural look.
Outdoor rug: A soft outdoor rug with a fun pattern instantly brings the cozy feeling of your living room outdoors.
Artificial grass: Offers a wonderfully soft surface for bare feet and immediately adds a permanent green accent.

By combining a warm outdoor rug or wooden click tiles with the right planting, you lay the perfect foundation for the rest of your decor.

Step 3: The smart secret for maximum greenery at the railings

Now that the base is in place, it's time for the most enjoyable part of the balcony makeover: the greenery! On a balcony, you often run into space constraints. Ordinary, large flower pots take up an awful lot of valuable walking space. If you place the pots too close to the railing, you'll constantly bump into them.

This is where the clever solution comes in. By opting for a specially designed planter that stands flush on the ground and partly slides through the railings, you make optimal use of your balcony's edge. Our unique Vercony planter rests firmly on the floor and slides precisely between the railings. This allows you to shift the planting partly outwards. This has several major advantages:

Maximum walking space: The planter itself takes up hardly any floor space, leaving plenty of room for a cozy seating area.
No hassle with hooks: You don't need to hang anything or drill; the planter stands extremely stably on the ground.
Natural screening: Tall plants or ornamental grasses in the planter provide smooth privacy from the street.

Step 4: Build layers with additional pots and vertical greenery

A successful makeover needs depth and variety. If you only use low plants, the overall look remains a bit flat. Once your base is established with the ground planter at the railings, you can easily expand the greenery by cleverly combining.

Use the walls for vertical gardening; for example, hang a wooden trellis for a beautiful Tuscan jasmine. If desired, supplement the top of the balcony railing with a few loose railing planters or place a small, tall plant stand in an unused corner. By playing with different heights, a playful and lively effect is created, making the balcony feel much more spacious immediately.

Step 5: The finishing touch with atmospheric decoration and lighting

The final step of your balcony makeover provides the finishing touch. With decoration, you give the space a personal style. Think of comfortable cushions on a fold-out bench, a nice throw for cooler evenings, and subtle outdoor lighting.

Solar-powered lighting is ideal for the balcony. Hang a string of lights with warm bulbs along the balustrade or place a few solar-powered lanterns among the plants in the ground planter. As soon as the sun sets, your balcony transforms into a romantic and atmospheric place where you'll want to stay for hours.