Outdoors

Tips for planning, designing and constructing a wood privacy fence.

Build a spectacular garden this year with these amazing garden tips and hints.

Techniques for deck building, framing a deck, building stairs and railings and adding deck trim.

Build a deck that will last

Keep water stains from ruining your house's appearance

Make this charming metal garden arch climber from $25 of steel-no welding required!

When it comes to removing snow and ice, there are some quick and easy tips to make your life...

It's a beautiful flower bed—and a reservoir for yard and roof runoff

Create a boardwalk in your back yard

A backyard deck is a wonderful place to relax or entertain. Make sure you take care of it the right...

Get more shade with this low-maintenance retreat.

Whether you paint your front door or add potted plants, these home improvement ideas can turn your house from not-too-hot...

Wildflowers are tough enough to withstand trying conditions, yet bold enough to attract the pollinators they need to reproduce. Try...

How to save pumpkin seeds to plant next year

A small project that makes a big impression in your backyard

Preparing a deck to accept new stain isn’t difficult because the liquid strippers and cleaners do most of the work....

Make fence post demo a snap with these five easy steps!

Gardening is easier, more productive and, well, just a lot more fun when you have the best gardening tools at...

It seems the older I get, the more keys I carry around. Between the car, house, shed and garage, I...

This must-have lawn tool spreads everything you need for a healthy, attractive lawn.

If you have a storage shed in your backyard, it can be converted into a usable, livable space where you...

Need a shed for storing tools or just hanging out? Here are some tips from experienced builders to help you...

According to NASA's Clean Air Study, these air-purifying plants—all of them very common and easy to find—are great at getting...

Stop an outdoor faucet that's making noise when turned on with this DIY fix.

When the air turns crisp and the leaves turn brown, many people's thoughts turn to bonfires, apple cider and Halloween....

If you're looking for some eccentric, low-maintenance plants to keep you company indoors, look no further than succulents. Here are...

Fill a mason jar with wine corks and rubbing alcohol, and let the corks soak. The corks will burn ok...

Create a tiny natural waterfall in your living room with indoor water fountains.

Great outdoor planters don't need to be expensive. We've got you covered with five effortless ways to create decorative cheap...