How to Buy a Shade Sail
A shade sail is an easy (and affordable) way to shade your patio or deck and add a pop of...
Expert Tips for How to Build a Deck
Avoid headaches, save time and build a rock-solid deck.
The Best Outdoor Lounge Chairs for Relaxing All Season Long
Stretch out in style on your patio or deck with these inviting best outdoor lounge chairs.
6 Best Patio Shade Sails to Take Cover From the Sun’s Heat in 2024
Shield from UV rays? Check! Stylish backyard addition? Also check!
The Best Outdoor Coffee Table to Fit Your Space
An outdoor coffee table can pull together your patio space and make it the ideal spot for entertaining.
8 Best Deck Furniture Ideas for Outdoor Living
Take your deck from bland to grand with these unique ideas!
How to Build a Gazebo
Build this airy summer hangout that features fish-scale shingles and decorative trim you make yourself.
Patio Umbrella Buying Guide
For proper shade, safety and protection, you need the best patio umbrella for your cherished outdoor space. The fabric,...
Best Metal, Bricks & Electric Backyard Fire Pit Ideas for a Stylish Outdoor Space
Our backyard fire pit ideas will have you making s'mores every night this season.
How to Build Deck Stairs
Calculating the step dimensions, laying out stringers and building a sturdy set of deck stairs.
11 Ways to Create Shade for the Deck or Patio
Don't let the sun drive you off your deck or patio. Take back your outdoor space with one of these...
How to Build a Patio Chair
The ultimate easy chair: Easy to build, easy to tote, easy to set up and store.
Best Deck Paints and Stains for 2024
Whether you're looking to protect your new deck or restore an old one, here are some deck paints and stains...
Tips and Tools for Achieving Better Painting Results
Seasoned professional painters have learned from experience what paint works best in any situation, what equipment is durable and yields...
Tidy Tips From a Picky Painter
You can tell a good paint job because the new wall paint is only on the wall. We asked a...
How to Buy Deck Lumber
10 things you need to know about how to buy the good stuff
How to Revive a Deck
Strip and refinish your deck to make the wood look like new.
Trex Deck Railing Options
Trex deck railing options explained. Three lines encompass many options. Trex calls these railing lines Trex Select, Trex Transcend and...
How to Calculate Trex Decking Cost for Your Project
Estimate Trex decking cost and decking cost per square foot. Compare Trex vs pressure-treated wood decks. Learn factors that increase...
How To Build a Stone-Top Patio Table
Spruce up your patio with a custom table built from beautiful natural materials that won't cost you an arm and...
How to Select the Best Trex Decking Colors for Your Outdoor Space
Here are some tips and tricks on choosing the Trex decking colors that will best complement your home.
How to Landscape Your New Deck
A deck is a convenient and comfortable place to spend time outdoors. Make it more welcoming with landscaping, that creates...
From Bland to Grand: A Deck Transformation
A replacement deck offers many advantages over its predecessor, including looks, function and ease of maintenance. Most of all, it's...
15 Best Amazon Patio Furniture Pieces and Sets to Complete Your Backyard
Get prepared for outdoor gatherings by snatching up these Amazon patio furniture pieces and sets to create the ideal backyard...
How to Build a Screened-In Patio
Enjoy bug-free summers.
How to Install Pavers Over a Concrete Patio
No need to tear out an ugly slab—just hide it!
How to Make Patio PVC Pipe Furniture
Where to find parts and plans for making DIY PVC furniture.
Renew Your Concrete Patio: How to Stain Concrete
Get a new look with stain in two days