A SAVVY homeowner transformed his front garden into a plush driveway – here’s his step-by-step guide.
The creative DIY project left viewers stunned as the plot of land was completely renovated – on a budget.
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A DIY whizz transformed their front garden into a smart driveway Credit: tiktok/@vdubdaniels
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The budget renovation stunned viewers Credit: tiktok/@vdubdaniels
In a video posted to TikTok by @vdubdaniels , the resident revealed he used a JCB digger to pull up the grass.
Navigating tree roots and paving slabs, the crafty resident was able to clear the space and even out the soil.
After levelling the surface, he put down black tarpaulin and weighted it down with bricks.
In the third step, this home renovator covered the area with dirt and rubble, using the JCB to help.
Then it was smoothed over with a rake before covering the whole space with grey shingle.
A panel from the front wooden fence was also removed to allow access onto the new driveway.
The homeowner proudly showed off a picture of their car parked on the new home addition.
To add a bit of luxury, the DIY whizz also decorated the driveway with vibrant planters and shrubbery.
This comes as one man shared how he built a bog-standard 6ft privacy fence without it costing a fortune.
Andy Mac showed how he speedily constructed the budget boarder, which measured around eight metres, at the end of his garden.
Plus, a DIY mum who left social media users divided after sharing her new fake brink print patio.
Renovating can be pricey – so rather than forking out for a new one, TikTok user @losingitin2023 , decided to get crafty and transform it herself.
Meanwhile, another homeowner who transformed their garden into a driveway – but sparked outrage among their neighbours.
Old photos of the Bolton bungalow showed a plot full of trees, bushes, flower beds and grass.
Pictures of the new drive triggered cries of “vandalism” and the resident was accused of killing wildlife with the paving-over.
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The homeowner used a JCB digger to rip up the garden Credit: tiktok/@vdubdaniels
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Dirt and rubble was put down to even out the surface Credit: tiktok/@vdubdaniels
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Black tarpaulin was also rolled out to help level out the ground Credit: tiktok/@vdubdaniels
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A wooden fence panel was removed to allow car access Credit: tiktok/@vdubdaniels