I transformed a grotty bit of my garden into a cosy outdoor cinema using bargain buys from Wickes – here’s how | The Sun

Posted on : August 26, 2023
I transformed a grotty bit of my garden into a cosy outdoor cinema using bargain buys from Wickes – here’s how | The Sun

THERE'S no denying that a trip to the cinema nowadays can cost a small fortune – especially if you've got a large family to pay for.

But one savvy mum named Melanie Cooke, who regularly shares her DIY tips and tricks online, has revealed how she turned an unused area in her garden into an outdoor cinema area using bargain buys from Wickes.


In a post shared to Instagram, the DIY whizz shows off the different products she bought to help create the impressive outdoor cinema space.

These include treated sawn timber (£52), masonry paint, wood paint, masonry screws, decking screws (£7), SDS drill and a blackout blind (£23).

And for anyone hoping to recreate the impressive project in their own homes, then you're in luck.

Melanie shared a super simple tutorial detailing how she used £13 wall brackets to make shelving units, a blackout blind to create the projector screen and timber to create super stylish wall panelling,

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"We used leftover 4×1 batons against the brick work and then attached the timber using a nail gun," she says.

"Once that's done, it's time to paint!"

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She goes onto say how she used a white wash type wood paint, before then adding a white blackout blind to act as a protection screen.

Next, Mel explains how she accessorised by adding a mirror, faux plants, cosy sofa and a rug, which she purchased from Dunelm.

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"Connect your projector," she instructs, before adding: "The pick and mix table was an absolute hit!

"What a delightful way to entertain the kids this summer."

She captioned the post: "Outdoor cinema reveal!

"Ah guys, would you look at that beautiful white washed cladding!

"We managed to turn this once unloved, redundant space into a fabulous outdoor cinema using all @wickes products.

"Wickes has a range of products that makes creating a space like this achievable, affordable and something the whole family can get involved with this summer!"

The video has since been flooded with likes and comments, with many quick to praise Mel on her very impressive handiwork.

"So good Mel! Bet the kids love it," enthused one.

A second praised: "Wow this is fabulous – how do you get projects finished so fast?"

A third penned: "This is sooo cool! Love this idea Mel."

Meanwhile, a fourth commented: "WOWOWOWOWOWOOWOWOWW xx literally sending hubby out NOW!"

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Another added: "Wow this is amazing, Mel!"

And a further chimed in: "Love it! What a gorgeous area to hang out in."


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