1 Year balcony updates! Are the IKEA tiles worth it?! 🪴

It has been almost 1 year since our renter friendly balcony makeover! In this video, I give you an update on whether the IKEA RUNNEN deck tiles are worth it after using them for 9 months. I go over its installation, durability, and maintenance!
Let's also go over some updates I made for Spring & Summer 2021! I went to IKEA to check out there outdoor patio furniture and got a few ASKHOLMEN flower boxes. I also discovered their wide variety of faux plants. They have them for such a great price so I grabbed a few to add to our balcony. We've also got a new succulent garden going on and made some practical changes like spraying the furniture down with Scotchgard's water shield spray.
I hope this gives you some ideas to decorate for the spring and upcoming summer ☀️Make sure to stick around to the end for the update reveal!
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Timeline:
0:00 - Intro
0:48 - Were the IKEA Runnen tiles worth it?
4:17 - We made some other changes!
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⌲ Balcony makeover: • DIY BALCONY MAKEOVER ✨...
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⌲ Scotchgard water shield spray: amzn.to/2Rh73bK
⌲ Ikea Runnen deck tiles: bit.ly/3psjeOn
⌲ SIMILAR deck tiles:
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⌲ Privacy screen (had to remove but I still recommend): amzn.to/3QlttTT
⌲ Decorative pea pebbles: thd.co/3fRyuQZ
⌲ Ikea metal shelf unit (only $10 each): bit.ly/2ZMfpdm
⌲ Ikea Askholmen flower box bit.ly/2QBl98h
⌲ Ikea Fejka $7.99 faux plant bit.ly/3t0XMSA
⌲ Ikea faux mistletoe cactus $2.99 bit.ly/3aTsQ0d
⌲ Ikea faux rosemary $4.99 bit.ly/3vxMU00
⌲ Target faux flowers $5 bit.ly/3t2dSv3
⌲ Gardening tools are all from Daiso
⌲ Balcony rattan chairs: amzn.to/37e6WWF
⌲ SIMILAR benches:
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⌲ White cushions: bit.ly/3IaHHVg
⌲ Ikea watering can: bit.ly/3fRzODr
⌲ Mini fire pit pot: bit.ly/40LVqJq
⌲ Similar rail hanging planters: amzn.to/3hNdCgo
Another similar planter: bit.ly/3jMCIRa
⌲ Target similar rug: bit.ly/3DYLsL0
⌲ String lights: bit.ly/3tdnplo
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[@AllyCatCastle]

Love the pebble idea!!!!!

[@leannsfearcocktail9420]

Thank you for answering the questions and concerns I had regarding the deck tiles. I really like your balcony and will be purchasing them today. Thanks!

[@alisonlee3314]

Thank you for showing an update. I knew the IKEA tiles looked really nice, and I wanted to know how they lasted. You have convinced me to do my own balcony 💗

[@Euniceathome]

Aww yay! Good luck with your balcony & thanks so much for watching 🥰

[@EdenLife1999]

I had these tiles installed today on our patio and it looks amazing. Totally transformed our outdoor space 🙌🙌🙌

[@patleonard2318]

Thanks for sharing this update! Now I will watch the original installation.

[@Euniceathome]

Thank you for watching! 😊

[@wutyitun6549]

Your balcony looks so much more nicer and lively with greenery.

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks Wutyi ❤️🥰

[@dgrahamdgraham]

Hi Eunice, new subbie here! Adding those pebbles around the borders to eliminate the need for cutting has to be the best idea I’ve heard in a long time! Truly a stylish DIY project! Thank u!

[@Euniceathome]

Welcome!! Thanks so much for the support and compliment 😊

[@aalegalfocus]

What a beautiful balcony. Glad the tiles have held up & your plants 🪴are pretty. Thanks for the waterproofing recommendation-- I'd never heard of that spray before!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks so much 🥰I just learned about it too! So useful :)

[@madman7923]

i just got a new apartment with this giant balcony that i want to use but needed privacy. you have given me so many ideas, i love the planter idea for privacy and those tiles look beautiful. Thanks so much!

[@Euniceathome]

Happy to help :) Thanks for your kind comment!!

[@soarinpanda8walker563]

Thanks for the update on the deck tiles ,appreciate as we are going to use on our balcony.

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks for watching! Good luck with your balcony 😊

[@lalithaprasad1662]

So excited to try this out. My balcony is a sad dump yard during the winter. This is definitely something I want to try for the spring/summer (I hope to cover them over the winter and heavy snow)

[@Euniceathome]

I feel you on the winter :( I'm so excited for you to spruce it up this spring!! Thanks for watching 😊

[@AllyCatCastle]

These faux plants are so cute!

[@AllyCatCastle]

Oh wow! Those giant planters!

[@TrishLee]

WOW! What an amazing and cozy balcony you have dear, the greens really add so much vibe to it! Thank you for the update!❤

[@Euniceathome]

Aww thanks Trish!! It really does feel cozier with the greenery ☺️❤️

[@TrishLee]

@@Euniceathome For sure! You're welcome Eunice, have a lovely weekends!

[@AllyCatCastle]

Flower box look so cute!

[@KylanaG]

Oh, the joys of dealing with an HOA! LOL. Love the updates! Thanks for sharing.

[@Euniceathome]

LOL right?! Thanks so much 😊

[@realtomchou]

Thank you for sharing this amazing update!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks for watching Tom!

[@tw418]

Those faux plants look really good 👍

[@AngelTrazo]

I love this update video! Also girl your channel is growing so much :D I love to see it

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks Angel 🥰❤️

[@AngelTrazo]

Your top and background are so cute also :) I love how aesthetic even your talking head shots are!

[@Euniceathome]

Awww thank you! 🥰 I was wondering if my background was too bare haha

[@Meecheer]

the succulent baskets are so pretty!! You did the balcony good !! Queen of decor Eunice!

[@Euniceathome]

Thank you Michelle!! 🥰

[@dani23dani85]

Thank you for this video!!! Just what I needed!

[@Euniceathome]

So glad!! Thank you 😊

[@tiffanykwu]

That’s great to hear that the tiles have held up well for the past year! And the succulents and faux plants look so good in your balcony space! 😍

[@Euniceathome]

They are def heavy duty!! Thanks Tiffany (:

[@brooklynwilson_]

So happy that the IKEA tiles are holding up well and that you definitely think that they are worth it! I definitely loved how easy the installation was! Oh that is unfortunate that you all had to take down the privacy screen, I would love that! I'm loving all of the plants! Succulents are always a great option! I love how you swapped over the chairs! It looks like such a peaceful balcony I would love to go out there and just read a book!

[@Euniceathome]

So happy they're holding up well too! It was so so easy! Thanks so much for watching Brooklyn ❤️❤️

[@AtTheIntersection]

I’m glad the tiles held up very well. The plants look good on the railings. And succulents are just great just about everywhere. :) water resistant spray is brilliant, will follow that on our balcony. Result Looks beautiful!!!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks so much!! I'm glad they held up well too (:

[@AllyCatCastle]

Love the chairs and benches

[@simplifyrhome]

I think they would be prefect for my patio. Thank you so much for sharing. 🌼🌸🌼

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks so much for stopping by MsBetty ❤️❤️

[@AllyCatCastle]

They look so nice!

[@michellesellick6827]

Looks lovely, balconies can look really nice with plants and greenery.

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks so much!

[@StephEatsnTravels]

Your balcony video was amazing! I want a balcony in my future home so def need this balcony inspo.

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks Stephie!! 🥰

[@nikitamehra2182]

Def using the water resistant tip .. loved the succulent planters

[@Euniceathome]

Yes!! Thanks Nikipoo ❤️

[@moodysworld3001]

Omg thanks for this video I've been looking at getting them myself!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks so much for watching! 😊

[@AllyCatCastle]

Thank u for this amazing video Ms. Eunice!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks so much for your support Allycat!! ❤️❤️

[@samileeable]

The pebbles idea 🤯🤯! Thanks. You just solved my problem

[@Euniceathome]

I’m glad!! Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@Euniceathome]

🔔🔔ANNOUNCEMENT 🔔🔔Hey everyone! Our balcony is evolving over time to better suit our needs and we've made some updates this year: - 2 YEAR Updates (NEW furniture & decor to make it more inviting!!): kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3vLnKZmn6iZeMU - How I DEEP CLEAN the IKEA Runnen tiles, windows, and outdoor rug: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6q6q6mng5WNq7s Thanks so much for your support 🥰❤

[@theLilyyFlower]

I actually just bought these tiles from IKEA yesterday (inspired by your first patio video). I’m glad to see they’re holding up and excited to clean up my little bedroom balcony for the first time! 🥰

[@alphabetkaye]

Are your rails more than 4 inches apart? My inspector said if they are greater, you can legally put up a screen because new codes say rails can’t be greater than 4 inches apart

[@lolashowme]

Thank u!!

[@emmaclarke8938]

Hey, I was just wondering if the privacy screen got moldy from the rain?

[@Euniceathome]

@@emmaclarke8938 hi, we unfortunately had to take the privacy screen down because our HOA doesn’t allow anything to hang on the rail 😢

[@AllyCatCastle]

Nice tiles and plants!!!!!

[@savoryexposure]

I need to do the pebbles. Your faux flowers look nice!

[@milamou9352]

I don't have a balcony and stumbled upon your video by accident. I watched it all the way to the end and I love how you made it so aesthetically pleasing. What a shame that you couldn't keep the privacy screen on the railings but I really like how you managed to put beautiful planters and greenery there instead. Your balcony looks so inviting and calm at night with the pretty lights you hung. Thank you for sharing! Bisous. 🥰🪴

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks so much for the sweet comment 🥰 I'm sad we couldn't keep the privacy screen either but used to it now. Appreciate you checking this video out 😊

[@samfanhellyeah]

Thinking about getting these for my 2 balconies and this video helped :)

[@Euniceathome]

I'm glad this was helpful! Thanks for watching :)

[@dariadoo1]

I just recently put the wood ones down on my small balcony. The wood ones have wider openings and you can easily see what’s between them. I just roll my Dyson out and vacuum them!😁

[@Euniceathome]

That's genius that you vacuum them! Thanks for watching (:

[@marctsogbe69]

Nice balcony still looking pleasant!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks Marc!! (:

[@AllyCatCastle]

Wow below the tile is clean still!

[@iamdoraemon1025]

Great video! 🙏 thank you for sharing!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks for watching! ❤️❤️

[@l.b.1952]

thanks - was looking for this as I am ready to buy some - but I wonder if it would last for years. Great Idea to fill the "space" between the door and the terrace with little stones. Looks nice. I have the problem that this part of my terrace is not "flat" so I need something to adjust to the "fall" of the terrace

[@earthkortni]

Thank you Eunice!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks for watching!

[@MrsSoniaElaine]

Those succulents look so pretty. That's the pits they wouldn't let you keep up the privacy screen. I need some of that spray! Never heard of it.

[@Euniceathome]

I know!! Really wish we could've had it up but glad we were able to come up with some privacy solution. Thanks for watching (:

[@estea.m7804]

Thanks for the video!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks for watching!! 😊

[@pamelataylor7865]

Great update ❤️

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks so much 🥰

[@JourneytoMobility]

Loooks beautifulll 😍😍 I was always curious about the ikea tiles and how they hold up! I can hardly tell that those plants are faux, looks like a great option!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks Elaine!! So happy with the faux plants (:

[@GieCucina]

I did save your original balcony makeover video.. it was quite inspiring! 😀 I think the deck tiles are so worth it though I have’t done any makeover yet.. hopefully soon

[@Euniceathome]

Thank you Gie 🥰Hope you get to soon!

[@lf9341]

TY!

[@AllyCatCastle]

If I had a balcony, I would do the plastic gray tiles too

[@martaalvarado4631]

Love the wooden planters prettier then the shields.

[@Euniceathome]

Thank you!! Glad you think so 😊

[@vickischuring6296]

Nicely done🌺

[@Euniceathome]

Thank you!

[@HunnersDesigns]

I loved how you pivoted when you were told no about the privacy! (Also, ugh!! Why!! I loved the privacy too 🥰)

[@simplymynz8379]

Me too 🙋‍ It was just a privacy screen.

[@HunnersDesigns]

@@simplymynz8379 right! No damage!

[@Euniceathome]

Yeah, I don't understand why! but glad we came up with an alternative solution ❤️Thanks Hunner 🥰

[@AllyCatCastle]

And lower maintenance yay!

[@aalegalfocus]

Ads were for Brooklinen & becoming a Door Dash deliverer! Plus Eye care center, Wegmans meals to go, the funny Lume deodorant commercial again.

[@Euniceathome]

Brooklinen! It's getting a tad bit closer to my niche 😂Thanks for the support Judy ❤️

[@DailyJasmineTea]

i love this update! The tile review is very helpful. I especially like those shrubs that you added.

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks Yams!!!

[@happygrandma6372]

Thanks for the update. It's good to see how things "weather."

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks for watching 🥰

[@bullyhomestead7232]

Love the lamp I have 3 of the same one 😆

[@Euniceathome]

Haha nice! Thanks for watching 😊

[@lifeofasherbear8616]

I'm from Canada and it's almost impossible to get the runnen deck tiles! They're always sold out, especially the grass one so I'm super jealous! Your balcony looks amazing btw

[@Euniceathome]

I remember they were selling out so quickly here in the states too bc of their popularity! Hope you can get your hands on them soon ❤️Thanks so much (:

[@AllyCatCastle]

Yea I remember u brought that down

[@xscilla89]

I was debating on which tiles to go with.. and now i know to go with the plastic ones. they still have a dark gray option in addition to the beige~

[@Euniceathome]

oooh yes! I want to visit your place ❤️❤️

[@AllyCatCastle]

Nice outfit Ms. Eunice!

[@AllyCatCastle]

Yes the one closer to the railing would get more dirt

[@MaryKim]

ok those tiles look AMAZING for the price. Maybe I need to add these into my backyard... (really considering it right now haha)

[@Euniceathome]

Thank you! They really are great for the value (:

[@dinareyes7388]

Loved the video! Thanks for sharing! One quick question do the plastic tiles get slippery when it rains?

[@AllyCatCastle]

I like those white flower faux plants in the white pot. May I ask where u got that?

[@MikeWangCoaching]

Looks like the tiles have weathered the weather well. I actually have 2 balconies at my current place. I have always wanted to build one of them out to create a bit of a retreat space. Even had the HOA approve some trellis for privacy years ago. Don't know if it's still possible as I no longer see other units have that. I've also been contemplating some faux plants for the rooms that don't get much natural light. I think it'll make those spaces much more inviting.

[@Euniceathome]

That's so nice you have 2 balconies, should totally transform one into a peaceful retreat! The faux plants have definitely helped with making the balcony more inviting 😊Thanks for your support Mike!

[@AllyCatCastle]

Yes durable!

[@RottyPark]

So good.....

[@Euniceathome]

Thank you 😊

[@catalinalongoria2514]

Loved your video!! How did you hang the flower pot on the stucco wall?

[@Euniceathome]

Thank you! Do you mean the hanging pot? I tied it to the light fixture that we have on the wall 😊

[@TwinsTry]

Dang those tiles last! Surprised the underside wasn’t more dirty tbh! Love the succulents there! Hahah having seen on IG the behind the scenes I was already curious what you filmed in that tundra 😂

[@Euniceathome]

I was surprised too! haha glad I made a little teaser 😂Thanks for watching ❤️❤️

[@Theproblemsolverr]

Is it slippery when it gets wet

[@sg2684]

I bought the light grey tiles . I have had these tiles for almost 6 years and they have held up well. Although i liked the brown wood ones I felt they wouldn’t last given the winter in canada are bad. I noticed these tiles have definitely faded a bit over time . On hot summer days they heat up pretty quickly. A lot of dirt and grime builds up very quickly under these tiles.

[@Euniceathome]

I felt the same with the wooden ones! Great to know that they have held up well for 6 years. Thanks for sharing your experience with them and for watching 😊

[@roopachalasani5982]

Hi, I have a lot of dirt built up under the tiles. How do you clean underneath??

[@sg2684]

@@roopachalasani5982 I pressure wash the entire balcony and each tile. It’s tedious but I like to start with a squeaky clean balcony😎.

[@roopachalasani5982]

@@sg2684 hi, do you pressure wash with tiles intact or remove them and reassemble them?

[@sg2684]

@@roopachalasani5982 I remove each one and reassemble them .

[@rayrock6345]

Fyi: IKEA tiles are currently on sale!.

[@Tomgellar2]

Hi, thank you for your video. I was wondering if these tiles get uncomfortably hot if there are on direct sunlight? I mean to the phase you can't step on it without shoes.

[@Euniceathome]

Hi thank you for watching! Im not sure because we don't get much direct sunlight on our balcony :/

[@robinbobinvlogs9389]

YAAAAAAAAAAS

[@Euniceathome]

😊😊

[@buglosafamilyvlog7918]

Thanks for sharing maam

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks for watching!

[@whiggygirl]

Can you cut the plastic tiles down to size/shape?

[@accidrainn]

Now they are $29.99 😭 I'm about to buy 😊 Thanks for the video ❤️

[@Euniceathome]

oh man, inflation hurts :( Excited for you to try them out! Thanks for watching 😊

[@Ashelynnt]

After watching this video I realized how great an idea it was to scotchgaurd your wooden items. I've looked online and can't seem to find that this can be used on wood though. How is it holding up?? Thank you!

[@Euniceathome]

Oops 🙊 I just assumed wood was okay because a lot of outdoor furniture has wood! They’re holding up fine though. I noticed when it rained the other day, water droplets forming above the planters and not getting absorbed into the wood which is what you’d want. I noticed spraying it slightly darkened the wood, I sprayed from a distance to evenly coat it. Hope that helps!

[@Ashelynnt]

@@Euniceathome yes this helps a lot!! I got some similar furniture from Ikea and I want to try it out! Thank you for letting me know!!!

[@tessafox1329]

Did you line the boxes? Great idea.🤩

[@Euniceathome]

We did! With the privacy screen tarp we had to take down haha thank you 😊

[@AllyCatCastle]

Some changes!

[@LisaChouTV]

*Niceeeee graden.*

[@Euniceathome]

Thank u ❤️

[@englishwithaltini]

I think I'll buy some this week. Thanks for this. I see 9 come in a pack. How many total packs did you use?

[@Euniceathome]

I believe we used 10! Our balcony is 7.5 x 12.5 ft. Thanks for watching!

[@user-nc7dy9je1q]

hey, where are the black balcony chairs from? thanks.

[@Euniceathome]

Hi, they are from amazon - linked in video - thanks for watching!

[@Flassh81]

Not sure if the Balcony privacy is still an issue. Ikea also sell free standing privacy screens. Wood or metal. They wouldn't be "hanging" on the balcony but provide some privacy

[@Euniceathome]

i'll need to check those out, thanks!

[@tessafox1329]

Hey, Where did you buy the rocks? What are they called. Great ideas appreciate it 💟💯

[@Euniceathome]

Hi, they are from Home Depot! They’re called decorative pea pebbles. Thanks for watching 😊

[@Elizabeth-in1wv]

Love this vid It gave me lots of ideas Thx so so much Eunice ❤️❤️❤️ Edit R yo a Japanese ?

[@Euniceathome]

Aww thanks so much!! 🥰 I am Korean 😊

[@AllyCatCastle]

They’re pretty but big responsibility

[@AllyCatCastle]

God bless!

[@KaySeminomadic]

I love mine. I think the plastic is easier to clean than the wood.

[@Euniceathome]

I agree! 🥰

[@14Xiayou14]

Thank you for this great update! I was wondering how is it with the outdoor carpet? We also have balcony without roofing and with the rain making everything wet and moist we get insects living under moist spaces - is that not the case for your carpet? thanks in advance!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks for watching! We haven’t had any problems with insects underneath, maybe because there is some space between the floor and the tiles that allow air to get through? It also doesn’t rain heavily where we are so we get good enough time in between for the rug to fully dry. Hope that helps :)

[@us3804]

Hey Anna, here is also same problem and i could not decide what to do to my balcony, plastic grass or wood-pvc tiles. A piece of bread under that tile would be enough to attract bugs around here. What did you decide on ? And if you did it how is it so far?

[@14Xiayou14]

@@us3804 Hey! I actually bought the ikea pvc tiles that are being used in this video as well ( just a small batch for testing). I checked after about 3 months how it looks down under - whil there were still bugs it was way less than when I had an outdoor rug outside (the rug was alive haha). so if you dont mind a bit of bugs under, that could work. I would refrain from wood tho as that material seems to stay moist longer and moisture is what usually attracks those bugs (at least those Im dealing with) - hope you will be able to create a nice outdoor space!

[@udertyrat]

What do you think about these for a basement?

[@Euniceathome]

It really depends on what kind of floor you're placing the tiles on top of and what the basement is used for, but overall these are mainly for outdoors. Thanks for watching!

[@GogoSam22]

Could you tell me what that plant is called behind you. I want it. I love your balcony also

[@Euniceathome]

Thank you! Do you mean in the scenes where I'm just talking? It's a dried pampas grass behind me

[@Satrebor1997]

Hi, what about the wind? Does it get underneath the tiles and lifts them?

[@Euniceathome]

We have had no issues with the wind lifting them! The tiles are interlocked + furniture on top keeps them secure and it can get very windy where we are. Hope that helps! 😊

[@angel115ify]

Can you cut them to the size you need so they fit perfectly all the way around?

[@Euniceathome]

I think you can if you have the power tools for it!

[@user-ke5kw4lg6l]

Amazing .. next time add some candles

[@Euniceathome]

Great idea! Thanks for watching 😊

[@iglooshoe12]

Was this light gray or dark gray? I only see dark gray available now

[@Euniceathome]

Light gray which is unfortunately no longer available :( they also have it in beige I believe if you want something lighter!