What should I do with a giant RV carport?
maplegirl36
8 years ago
Hello,
I need some creative ideas. We just bought a house in the woods. In the backyard is a large (tall!) carport that the previous owners parked their RV in. It is sturdy and has gravel/stone for the floor. What should I do with it? I bought a bunch of hammocks that I was thinking of hanging from the beams but I really need some ideas on how to use this great space and make it beautiful. We live in New England - zone 5b.
Please post any and all ideas! Thanks so much!
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