A terrace is an extension of your home – a summer living room, a morning dining room, and an evening retreat. If you dream of a cozy, stylish outdoor space but don't want (or can't) invest in traditional tiles, we have inspiring alternatives for you! Because you can create a beautiful terrace without grout or adhesive.
Composite boards – natural look, minimum work
Composite decking combines wood and plastic, making it weather-resistant while still looking like real wood. It's durable, rot-resistant, requires no impregnation, is easy to clean, and maintains its aesthetic appeal for years without requiring maintenance. Ideal for those who value comfort and modern design.
Perfect for: modern, minimalist, and family-style patios. With a variety of shades—from gray to warm brown—you can easily match them to the style of your home or garden furniture.
Bonus: they don't get as hot as tiles and are comfortable on bare feet. They're non-slip, even in the rain, making them safe for children.
Natural wood – warmth and coziness
A deck made of pine, larch, or exotic wood (e.g., bangkirai) is a timeless classic. Wood provides warmth, structure, and a unique atmosphere—every knot, every abrasion tells its own story. Although it requires regular impregnation and maintenance (especially before and after the season), the end result fully compensates for the effort.
Style: boho, rustic, eco – goes particularly well with natural accessories: rattan, clay pots, dried grasses.
Tip: Add pots of herbs, a woven armchair, a jute rug and a few soft pillows – the effect is an atmosphere like from a summer magazine, full of homely warmth and closeness to nature.
Artificial grass – green all season long
Want to feel like you're in a garden in the middle of the city? Choose high-quality artificial grass. Modern models are soft, abrasion-resistant, sun-resistant, and look truly realistic—it makes you want to lay down a blanket and read a book.
Style: urban balcony, family terrace, children's play space. Also ideal for rental apartments, as it's easy to set up and take down.
Perfect for: barefoot walking, morning exercises, picnics, and children's play. What's more, well-chosen synthetic turf requires no mowing or watering—giving you more time to relax.
Outdoor carpets – an instant transformation
It's the simplest and quickest way to transform a dull floor into a stylish relaxation area. Outdoor rugs are resistant to moisture, UV rays, and changing weather conditions. They're easy to clean, lightweight, and available in a variety of colors and patterns—from boho to ethnic to modern minimalism.
Place them directly on concrete, old tiles, or wood. They can be easily rolled up and replaced depending on your mood or the season.
Tip: A set of rugs, decorative pillows , and solar lights equals an instant vacation on your own patio. Perfect for summer evenings, garden parties, or relaxing with a cup of coffee.
Rubber puzzles or rubber garden mats
A quick, flexible, and functional choice. Rubber modules provide excellent shock absorption, are moisture- and abrasion-resistant, and are very easy to install. They can be easily cut, moved, and adapted to any patio shape. They're also perfect for areas where safety is a priority, such as around children or in a recreation area.
Style: functional, family, active – fits modern terraces with a playground, mini gym or home swimming pool.
Advantage: easy maintenance and the ability to replace individual components without dismantling the entire surface.Decorative concrete or concrete paint
Do you have a raw concrete floor that's not looking its best? Instead of covering it up, highlight its potential! Concrete paint or decorative concrete is a cost-effective yet stylish solution that will allow you to quickly transform the look of your patio.
Colors? Graphite, terracotta, gray, sand beige, and even shades of navy blue or green – choose according to the style and character of your home.
Style: industrial, modern, creative – especially when combined with metal planters, glass, and minimalist lighting. This is the perfect base for DIY enthusiasts and individual arrangements.
Pallets + mat or carpet
DIY alert! All you need is a few pallets laid flat and a coconut mat, jute, or outdoor rug. This idea is for those who appreciate soulful designs and want to create something of their own on a budget. This base offers endless styling possibilities – you can modify it, repaint it, or move it around. It also works great on a rented terrace or balcony.
Style: creative, ecological, temporary – perfect for lovers of slow life and living in harmony with nature.
Add decorative pillows , garlands, solar lanterns, and potted plants for a magical effect. The whole thing sets the scene for summer evenings, al fresco breakfasts, and relaxing with a book.
Finally: a terrace tailored to your needs
You don't have to invest in expensive tiles to create a cozy, stylish summer retreat. A terrace is a space for relaxation, creativity, and freedom – allow yourself a little play with form, texture, and color.
Get inspired and create a terrace that will be your summer oasis – with pillows from the Pillovely collection, the glow of lanterns, and the scent of fresh mint. Because beauty begins with a good mood. And the space your home creates – even outdoors.
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