How to Dress Up a Brick Backyard Wall

Paint over exposed brick to transform the look of your wall. Prime the wall with a brick-specific primer, applying two coats if the first seeps down into the wall. Allow the primer to dry, and coat the wall with a layer of water-resistant brick paint.

Press stick-on wall hangers along the wall, and hang a string of outdoor lights along the hangers. Wrap the string once around each hanger to prevent shifting, and plug the lights into a grounded outlet.

Plant ivy at the base of the wall. Ivy is a hearty, fast-growing plant that will climb over exposed brick and coat the wall with old-world country charm.

Erect a number of lawn statues along the bottom of the wall. These cheerful decorations are normally made of concrete or plastic and add a whimsical touch to any yard. Pick statues that coordinate with your home’s existing décor for a flowing, cohesive look.

Decorate your wall with paintings or posters to show off your unique decorating prowess. Slip the pictures into weatherproof outdoor frames, and hang them from large stick-on hangers.