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- There are many options for keeping outdoor HVAC equipment out of sight.
- Landscaping ideas for how to hide an AC unit don't need to be fancy.
- Focus on simple solutions that don't draw the eye to unsightly spots.
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Outdoor spaces can be an oasis, but things like air conditioning units, pool equipment, sewage pipes, and trash cans are all potential eyesores that can get in the way of aesthetic perfection.
It can be tricky to cover up unsightly items in your yard and make them blend into the landscape. Blythe Yost, cofounder and chief landscape architect at Tilly, shared her tips for covering up problem areas like outdoor air conditioner units, trash cans, pipes, and utilities.
Here are seven simple DIY projects for landscaping around necessary-but-ugly outdoor spots and our product recommendations to help conceal problem areas.
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