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8 Best Brick Patio Ideas
These brick patio ideas will give your outdoor space all-weather durability and timeless style.
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7 Tips To Set and Nail Deck Boards Perfectly
Tips and tricks for a great-looking deck.
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How To Calculate the Cost Of Your Decking
An important part of planning a new deck is figuring out how much it's going to cost. Here are some...
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The Best Outdoor Furniture Brands, According to Experts
Looking to spruce up your backyard or patio area? We consulted with landscapers and designers to find the best outdoor...
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A Guide To Correctly Attaching a New Deck to A House
The connection between a deck and the house can be its most vulnerable point. It won't be if you do...
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How To Clean Patio Pavers Without a Pressure Washer
Are your patio pavers looking dull and dirty? Learn how to clean them safely by hand, with tips from our...
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A Quality Outdoor TV Under $900? Prepare for an Upgraded Patio Space
This Element outdoor TV turns your deck into the entertainment area of your dreams—all on a budget.
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How to Make a Wooden Disc Swing
Here are two ways to make a disc swing for a tree. Both are sure to bring your family tons...
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6 Ways to Create a Cooling Patio in 2024
Use these beautiful and functional tips to create a cooling patio to utilize this precious outdoor space even during the...
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9 Above Ground Pool Deck Ideas
Elevate both the style and the function of your pool area with these above ground pool deck ideas.
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10 Tips for Choosing and Buying Deck Lumber
A new deck is only as good as the materials you use to construct it. These tips from a lumber...
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8 Ideas for Building a DIY Flagstone Patio
Outdoor stonework has been around for thousands of years. Find out how these flagstone patios can bring timeless style to...
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Patio vs. Porch: What’s the Difference?
The two words are often used interchangeably, but there are clear distinctions. Here's how what to know about a porch...
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How to Prep an Older Deck for Re-Staining
Learn how to prep and clean a stained deck before restaining.
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8 Patio Extension Ideas for Outdoor Living
A larger backyard entertaining space doesn't mean starting from scratch. Enlarge your current setup with these inspiring patio extension ideas.
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10 Gravel Landscaping Ideas for Your Patio
Get inspired by these versatile gravel patio ideas that will help you create an outdoor entertaining space on a budget.
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Create Your Own Backyard Oasis Just Like the Ones on ‘The Outdoor Show’
Every backyard needs a shady place to relax.
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Tips for Deck Railing Repair
Here's how to fix a loose outdoor railing in a jiffy.
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Solo Stove’s New Mesa Heat Deflector Increases Your Fire Pit’s Heating Radius
Solo Stove’s all-new Mesa heat deflector keeps everyone warm around the outdoor table. Best of all? It takes...
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15 Gorgeous Deck and Patio Ideas You Can DIY
Stop dreaming about your perfect deck or patio and start planning. Take a look at some of our favorite projects,...
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I Tried the Solo Stove Chair, and It’s Now My Favorite Seat Around the Fire Pit
Our favorite fire pit brand now makes an Adirondack chair, and we tested it to see if the...
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Save Deck Space With These 10 Patio Storage Ideas
Short of space on your deck? Check out these fabulous space-saving patio storage solutions.
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How to Choose the Right Composite Decking Color
Composite decking comes in an array of colors, so choosing a shade that complements your home can be a challenge....
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How to Build a Porch Swing
Build a cozy haven to escape everyday hustle and bustle with these porch swing plans.
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How To Build a Planter Box for Your Deck Railing
Add a little greenery to your outdoor refuge with this easy-to-build planter box that sits on the railing.
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Can You Put a Hot Tub on a Deck?
Decide if your deck is the right spot for a new hot tub with help from industry experts.
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How To Build a DIY Patio Table
Looking to enhance your deck or patio? This low-maintenance DIY patio table is a great place to begin.
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How To Hang a Porch Swing
Want to swing your afternoon away in the warm breeze? Here's how to set up your porch swing in no...
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Does the Viral Paper Bag Wasp Deterrent Trick Really Work?
Here's what experts really think about the popular TikTok hack.
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What Is Furniture Grade PVC and How Do You Make Patio Furniture With It?
Make your own outdoor chairs, tables, chaise lounges and more from high-quality, exterior-grade PVC. Create PVC pipe patio furniture in...
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6 Deck Building Tips to Help You Perfect the Details
When you're building a deck, the details matter.