Deck Designs

Sure, building deck stairs can be tricky. But in this story, we'll make it easy by showing you how to estimate step dimensions, layout and…

This small deck is packed with features: composite decking, cantilevered seating nooks, a cedar pergola, custom railing, cascading…

Build this spacious, semi-private deck, which features planters, a handsome railing, low voltage lighting and a wide range of low maintenance,…

Built with composite decking and hidden fasteners, this maintenance-free backyard deck is designed to go together fast and to fit in anywhere in…

Learn key features and techniques for building first-class decks, including planters, shading ideas, stairs, durable materials, privacy screens,…

Attaching a deck ledger board to a vinyl-sided house requires a few extra trim pieces to keep water from leaking behind the siding. Here's a…

Simplify shopping for composite decking by weighing the importance of 7 key issues, including budget, sunlight, moisture, appearance, building…

Construct an eye-catching cedar deck surrounded by a veneered stone wall that provides both privacy and seating. The article includes full…

Plan and install a low-voltage lighting system to light up your deck. No electrical skills needed; you simply plug the system into an existing…

Make your deck stronger and safer. Fix the 7 most common problems—missing lag screws, missing joist nails, rotting posts, weak joints,…

Use triple-zinc or stainless steel joist hangers for most decks to ensure long-term strength and durability. Coastal building codes require…

Let us show you how to add this easy-to-build pond and easy-care deck to your garden. This serene retreat can be built by a novice and…

Deck too hot? Learn about shade solutions for your deck or patio, from large canopies and awnings to DIY shade alternatives and inexpensive…

Build this simple seating/planter/arbor project to create a quiet, private space in your yard or on a deck. It provides shade and comfort as…

Build a vine-covered pergola in your backyard to shade a stone patio or wood deck using wood beams and lattice set on precast, classical-style…

Turn your patio or deck into a comfortable, protected outdoor room. This DIY-friendly design features exposed, natural wood beams and…

A wooden walkway makes an attractive and inexpensive garden path, is simpler and less backbreaking to make than a stone or concrete path, and…

Create a polished concrete table with a solid wood base, with inlays of glass, leaves, tile or other materials. This project is simple enough…