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Introduction
If you’re searching for Halloween ideas or simply want to give your home that warm, seasonal glow without breaking the bank, you’re not alone.
Every October, Irish homeowners from Dublin to Cork and Galway begin transforming their homes into creative and fun spaces that make the season come alive. Meet Rebecca, one of our Tile Merchant customers.
She recently moved into a new-build home in Gorey and, like many new homeowners, quickly realised that not everything felt “finished.” The floors were plain, and her small garden looked a little too bare for her liking. But with a touch of creativity (and a few clever ideas from Tile Merchant), she turned her space into a home that reflected her personality.
Home Renovation Story: Rebecca’s Fresh Start
Rebecca’s story began like many others. She wanted a space that felt homely but modern, something easy to maintain and beautiful all year round. So, she started looking for practical upgrades that could elevate both her indoor and outdoor areas without spending a fortune.
That’s when she discovered Tile Merchant, and soon fell in love with SPC flooring and artificial grass. She didn’t realise it at first, but these materials would later become the foundation of her creative Halloween transformation.
The Living Room. SPC Flooring for a Modern Look
After replacing her old laminate with SPC Vinyl Flooring, Rebecca immediately noticed a difference. The herringbone pattern brought warmth and elegance to her living space while remaining completely practical; waterproof, scratch-resistant, and ideal for everyday Irish life.
When we visited Rebecca’s home, her living room (featured in the images above) looked like a design-magazine cover: modern furnishings with a cosy layout. A few autumnal touches for Halloween like a pumpkin bowl on the coffee table, orange fairy lights, and a scented candle, created the right seasonal mood.
If you’re thinking about upgrading your floors before the holidays, we recommend reading our detailed guide:
? SPC Vinyl Flooring Is the Smartest Choice for Modern Homes.
The Garden. Artificial Grass That Works All Year Round
Outdoors, Rebecca’s creativity truly shone. She replaced her patchy natural lawn with Artificial Grass, specifically the Herbert Multi-Directional 40mm Grass. The transformation was instant, lush, green, and low-maintenance.
Artificial grass is perfect for Irish weather: it stays vibrant even in the rain, requires no mowing, and feels soft underfoot. But during Halloween, it offers something extra. It becomes the ideal base for outdoor decorations, no mud, no mess, and plenty of visual appeal.
Rebecca even used leftover pallets and props to build a spooky fence around her doorway (you can see it in the Halloween Decoration photos above). With a few skeletons, glowing pumpkins, and some clever lighting, her small front garden became a neighbourhood favourite.
If you’re short on space or ideas, try these Halloween front garden ideas:
- Use artificial grass as a clean base for props or tombstones.
- Add solar lights along your path to create an eerie glow.
- Recycle old wood or pallets to make DIY Halloween decorations.
- Include family-friendly touches like carved pumpkins or spider webs.
The Magic of Halloween in Ireland
Halloween in Ireland isn’t just a night, it’s a feeling. From Dublin’s Georgian streets to the cosy homes in Cork and Galway, families love decorating their front gardens and doorways to celebrate this tradition that actually began right here, in Ireland.
Many Irish homeowners are embracing sustainable decorating trends. Instead of buying everything new, they’re repurposing what they already have, artificial grass, leftover tiles, or old flooring, and turning them into creative backdrops for Halloween scenes.
This do-it-yourself approach makes the experience even more meaningful. It’s not just about the decorations, it’s about making memories at home, sharing laughter with neighbours, and creating something personal.
So if you’re browsing for Halloween ideas in Ireland or Halloween front garden ideas, look around your home first. Your next decoration masterpiece might already be sitting in your shed or garage.
Do you live in Ireland? Visit a Tile Merchant store today and explore our stunning range of wall and floor tiles. Whether you're looking for porcelain tiles, ceramic tiles or wall panels, we have it all!
Planning A Renovation?
If you’re planning a bathroom, kitchen or outdoor renovation (no matter the project size), visit a local tile showroom to see options in person and talk with experts who can guide you based on your layout and lifestyle.
Have more questions about SPC Flooring? Send us an email to info@tilemerchant.ie or ? WHATSAPP us, we’re always happy to help you build your dream bathroom, one tile at a time.
Why Choose Tile Merchant?
We offer extremely competitive pricing on our entire range of tiles and likewise. We stock a huge range of wall and floor tiles, and our prices are competitive for retail and trade. Our stock is widely available in our tile stores in Ireland, which are open 7 days a week.
Alternatively, if you’d prefer to shop our tiles online, we can supply you with free samples delivered for free.
Article written by Tile Merchant
