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

[@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 😢

[@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 🥰

[@rayrock6345]

Fyi: IKEA tiles are currently on sale!.

[@Allycastlemakeup]

Love the pebble idea!!!!!

[@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 ❤️

[@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 :)

[@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

[@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 (:

[@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!!

[@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 (:

[@KylanaG]

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

[@Euniceathome]

LOL right?! Thanks so much 😊

[@dinareyes7388]

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

[@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 (:

[@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 😊

[@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 ❤️❤️

[@kathystearns9012]

The black chairs DO look better on the railing side Why don't you make a framework inside your planter boxes and hang your privacy screens on them instead ? That way your HO can't have a problem with it and it'll help to block the wind.

[@Euniceathome]

Oooh yeah! I could line it with more planter boxes too so the privacy screen covers the entirety 🤔Thanks for the suggestion ❤️

[@AngelTrazo]

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

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks Angel 🥰❤️

[@PK-tt8mu]

Wondering whether tiles move as they r not secured with anything like cement ,glue or nails

[@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 🥰

[@nikitamehra2182]

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

[@Euniceathome]

Yes!! Thanks Nikipoo ❤️

[@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 (:

[@moodysworld3001]

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

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks so much for watching! 😊

[@cinzialeopaldo-gk3dg]

Meno chiacchiere perfavore. Grazie. La gente stanca a vedere questi video cosi

[@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 😊

[@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!

[@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!

[@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 :/

[@Allycastlemakeup]

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

[@whiggygirl]

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

[@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 😊

[@realtomchou]

Thank you for sharing this amazing update!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks for watching Tom!

[@wutyitun6549]

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

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks Wutyi ❤️🥰

[@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 .

[@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!

[@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 😊

[@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!

[@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!

[@TheFakeyCakeMaker]

Are these worth it? I need to hear that from a parent with kids who play on the balcony. Ours are filthy and need to be removed, ikea have different options now and i think I'll go for the other others without the grooves. The wooden ones need extra care, that's fine if you want to give that care but if you don't they'll look rubbish.

[@denissesantillan6218]

I have 2 small kids and wanted to know how these hold up to the test of continuous playtime too. My expectations aren't too high. I'll probably get these + a washable rug they can play on to save some sanity.

[@Euniceathome]

The ones without grooves would be great if your kids play on there. I've noticed soil falling through the cracks when i garden which isn't a big issue for me (I don't repot that often) but I could imagine it for others. They are easy to clean!

[@Euniceathome]

A washable rug is a great idea! 👍

[@Theproblemsolverr]

Is it slippery when it gets wet

[@funkysouldancer1]

Put clear plastic on your balcony to shield it from wind

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks for watching! We thought about that but noticed a neighbor did it and still had to remove it :/

[@Allycastlemakeup]

Oh wow! Those giant planters!

[@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 ❤️❤️

[@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!!!

[@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

[@ff589]

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

[@Euniceathome]

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

[@adivine5894]

The only reason im not going for this tiles is that insects can hide beneath it …

[@ArtOfTheWeld]

fumigation works really good every couple months... I don't have these tiles btw

[@lf9341]

TY!

[@marctsogbe69]

Nice balcony still looking pleasant!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks Marc!! (:

[@Allycastlemakeup]

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

[@savoryexposure]

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

[@aduring]

How many boxes were used ?

[@Euniceathome]

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

[@EdenLife1999]

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

[@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!

[@bullyhomestead7232]

Love the lamp I have 3 of the same one 😆

[@Euniceathome]

Haha nice! Thanks for watching 😊

[@Allycastlemakeup]

Yea I remember u brought that down

[@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!

[@Allycastlemakeup]

They’re pretty but big responsibility

[@tw418]

Those faux plants look really good 👍

[@thecarguychannel]

Do they fade? Thank you

[@Euniceathome]

Hi, they haven’t! We don’t get much direct sunlight on our balcony though

[@thecarguychannel]

@@Euniceathome thank you 😊

[@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 ❤️❤️

[@Allycastlemakeup]

And lower maintenance yay!

[@Allycastlemakeup]

Yes the one closer to the railing would get more dirt

[@wiseman4160]

Nice! May I ask the square feet?

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks! 7.5x 12.5ft!

[@wiseman4160]

@@Euniceathome there's building in Winnipeg advertising on Facebook saying they have 45 square feet belcony for condos there renting, that's way too small for me. I like your size belcony or bigger. Thanks!

[@tanloctt6855]

1 năm rất tốt 84

[@Allycastlemakeup]

Some changes!

[@Allycastlemakeup]

Nice outfit Ms. Eunice!

[@samileeable]

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

[@Euniceathome]

I’m glad!! Thanks so much 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

[@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 😊

[@KaySeminomadic]

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

[@Euniceathome]

I agree! 🥰

[@Allycastlemakeup]

Wow below the tile is clean still!

[@Allycastlemakeup]

Yes durable!

[@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! 😊

[@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 😊

[@simplifyourhome]

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

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks so much for stopping by MsBetty ❤️❤️

[@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!

[@gaugehoadley9510]

Why did you have to take down the privacy screen?

[@Euniceathome]

It's against our HOA rules :( Nothing allowed attached on the railing! Thanks for watching 😊

[@rulinghabs]

As they look easy to remove and I live in the wet pacific Northwest, is it easy to remove the tiles for the late fall winter and put them back in the spring? I would have little need for them in the winter and would like to preserve them.

[@Euniceathome]

Yes, they are very easy to remove and reattach! Hope that helps(:

[@rulinghabs]

@@Euniceathome too late. Bought them already. Love them. Your video convinced me to get them. They are so easy to install and they look great.

[@Allycastlemakeup]

Nice tiles and plants!!!!!

[@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 (:

[@StephEatsnTravels]

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

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks Stephie!! 🥰

[@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 😊

[@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 (:

[@marilope76]

How many will I need , my balcony is almost the same as yours

[@Euniceathome]

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

[@Allycastlemakeup]

Thank u for this amazing video Ms. Eunice!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks so much for your support Allycat!! ❤️❤️

[@samfanhellyeah]

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

[@Euniceathome]

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

[@Allycastlemakeup]

Love the chairs and benches

[@davidescaravage7466]

Ta une belle bouche

[@michellesellick6827]

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

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks so much!

[@patleonard2318]

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

[@Euniceathome]

Thank you for watching! 😊

[@Meecheer]

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

[@Euniceathome]

Thank you Michelle!! 🥰

[@melaniehodgson5533]

Soooo now they are $27 💔 ! You got a deallll lol

[@Euniceathome]

Omg that price hurts 😭

[@Allycastlemakeup]

God bless!

[@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 (:

[@buglosafamilyvlog7918]

Thanks for sharing maam

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks for watching!

[@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!

[@Allycastlemakeup]

These faux plants are so cute!

[@Heartygsoup]

Great video! 🙏 thank you for sharing!

[@Euniceathome]

Thanks for watching! ❤️❤️

[@طعنةغدر-ث8ت]

Amazing .. next time add some candles

[@Euniceathome]

Great idea! Thanks for watching 😊

[@mitcha.9768]

Wow these cost $28 a pack now 😬

[@Euniceathome]

I heard!! 😭