![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/we-tried-it-FHMA23_Solo-Stove-Heat-Deflector_Mary-Henn_04_JVedit.jpg?resize=768%2C768)
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 up less than 8 inches of space.
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/GettyImages-464031097-edit.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
How Much Does a Cinder Block Fence Cost?
Interested in upgrading your yard with a cinder block fence? We can explain the difference between cinder and concrete block...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/GettyImages-1168969757.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
7 Things To Consider Before Planting a Wildflower Meadow
Wildflower meadows are a great option for pollinators and nature-loving gardeners. Here's what to know before turning your yard into...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/FH16MAY_568_00_046.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
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,...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/FHMA23_1903-Adirondack-Modern-Chair_Mary-Henn_01_YVedit_FT.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
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...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/wildlife-trees-to-plant-bird-nest-in-dogwood-tree-GettyImages-499290626-JVedit.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
Plant These 9 Native Trees To Help Wildlife
Whether your yard is nestled in a city lot or stretches across a mountain, here are some native trees you...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/FHM-fence-post-GettyImages-AA014722-JVedit.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
How Far Apart Should Fence Posts Be?
If you want a sturdy fence, you have to know how far to space fence posts. For most wood fences,...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1333492671-e1690824962853.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
6 Things To Know Before Assembling a Shed Kit
Thinking about buying and putting together a shed kit? Here are six things I wish I knew before building a...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/fh07dja_484_15_004-insulation.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
Do You Need Insulation in a Shed? What to Know About Shed Insulation
Insulation keeps your shed warmer and drier in winter and cooler in summer. Whether you need it depends on how...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/GettyImages-1392977135.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
9 Best Privacy Shrubs
Whether it's to screen a view, hide an eyesore or gain some privacy from prying eyes, these shrubs offer homeowners...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/GettyImages-1329417773-15-Fast-Growing-Shrubs-to-Beautify-Your-Yard-and-Add-Privacy-sq-FT.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
15 Fast Growing Shrubs to Beautify Your Yard and Add Privacy
No need to wait years for a return on your investment. These shrubs will quickly stake their claim to a...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Pool-Noodle-Drainage-Planter-Hack-Via-@PennyJo8-TikTok-DH-FHM.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
This Pool Noodle Planter Hack Will Keep Your Plants Cool All Summer
Pool noodles help to keep us cool in the water during the summer heat. They can work wonders for your...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FHMA24_Kolbalt-Electric-Mower_Morgan-Chaney-for-Family-Handyman_08_MSedit.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
Kolbalt Electric Mower Review: Here’s Why You Should Upgrade to this Self-Propelled Push Mower
Is the Kobalt electric mower powerful enough to tackle an overgrown yard? This homeowner put it to the test.
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/il_570xN.1008656242_lgut.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
Save Deck Space With These 10 Patio Storage Ideas
Short of space on your deck? Check out these fabulous space-saving patio storage solutions.
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/composite-decking-beauty-vision18.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
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....
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/How-to-Hang-a-Porch-Swing_FHM24DJF_629_50_MD_08_10_8b_FT.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
How to Build a Porch Swing
Build a cozy haven to escape everyday hustle and bustle with these porch swing plans.
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/How-To-Build-Deck-Railing-Planters_FHM23_Deck-Railing-Planter_DR_10_05_06_FT.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
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.
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/dog-pee-on-grass-GettyImages-1258137802_MLedit.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
Why Does Dog Pee Burn the Grass?
Those annoying brown spots in the lawn are natural, but also preventable. Here's what's causing them and how to stop...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/How-To-Build-a-Ramp-for-a-Shed_LEDE_graphic_FT.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
How To Build a Ramp for a Shed
Create an easier way into your shed.
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/GettyImages-1341066829-How-To-Tell-if-a-Plant-Is-Dead-or-Dormant-JVedit.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
How To Tell if a Plant Is Dead or Dormant
Trees, bushes and houseplants often look dead when they're really just dormant. Here's how to tell if it's time to...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/GettyImages-1433024013.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
Should You Water Your Trees During Winter?
Your trees might need a winter boost of hydration to stay healthy. Here's how to know when to water them...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/5-Best-Outdoor-Fireplace-Kits-According-to-a-Contractor_FT_via-amazon.com_.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
5 Best Outdoor Fireplace Kits, According to a Contractor
An outdoor fireplace kit brings an ambiance of warmth and comfort to your backyard.
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/house-sparrows-eating-food-from-bird-feeder-GettyImages-841595162.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
Is It OK To Feed Birds?
We have a love affair with bird feeders, yet feeding wildlife is harmful. Are our backyard food stations helping or...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Can-You-Put-a-Hot-Tub-on-a-Deck_GettyImages-1255684485_YVedit.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
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.
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/FHM-Prepping-Your-Greenhouse-for-the-Winter-GettyImages-1471217526_PKedit.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
What To Know About Prepping Your Greenhouse for the Winter
If you own a greenhouse, take some steps to winterize it to avoid problems during colder weather.
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Getty-944376630-Resize-Crop-DH-FHM-Entertaining-in-the-Winter.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
10 Tips for Entertaining Outdoors In the Winter
Cold and snow don't mean the party has to move indoors. Here's how to make your patio and yard a...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Getty-1288125774-Resize-DH-FHM-What-is-Lasagna-Gardening.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
![Tout icon](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/plugins/pup-video/images/play-icon.png)
What Is Lasagna Gardening?
I built my garden beds without digging or tilling any soil — and without any noodles, either. Here's what lasagna...
![](https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/How-To-Build-a-DIY-Patio-Table_FT.jpg?resize=568%2C568)
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.