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10 Tips To Help You Renovate Your Yard on a Budget

If your backyard needs a renovation but your budget won't support big spending, check out these 10 pro tips for...


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7 Deck Paint and Stain Color Ideas

Create the deck of your dreams with these paint and stain color ideas — tried and true, beautiful blue and...


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How to Choose the Best Pool Decking Option For Your Backyard

Make the most of your backyard pool by wrapping it in pool decking. Here are some of the most common...


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How to Clean Outdoor Furniture of All Kinds

Whether your patio furniture is made of metal, wood or plastic, keep it in top form with these tips for...


The Memorial Day Furniture Sales You Can’t Miss

Looking to upgrade your abode? This year’s Memorial Day sales will offer up to 70 percent off indoor and outdoor...


10 Best Patio and Deck Cleaners

Get your deck or patio ready for summer with these high-performing cleaners. Using the right patio or deck cleaner makes...


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Create a Backyard Oasis

With these DIY projects, it's easy to turn a bland outdoor space into an extension of your home you'll never...


The Home Depot Spring Sale 2022 Is Here

Bring on spring savings with The Home Depot's sale!

The Most Essential Products for New Homeowners

From cleaning supplies to tools, here's a list of everything you'll need for your new home.


10 Cool Gas Fire Pits for Your Backyard

It's fire pit season! Is there anything better than enjoying the cool air and the outdoors by the fire? These...


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50 Incredible DIY Home Projects

If you're looking to become a DIYer or if you've been a DIYer for years we've got an assortment of...


30 Outstanding One-Day Backyard Projects &, !, #, @, (, )

Save $100s and update your outdoor spaces instantly with these easy and inexpensive one-day backyard projects!


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14 Ways to Add Space to Your Home that Won’t Break the Bank

The best way to make sure any renovation project will pay off with additional square footage is to check with...


8 Outdoor Projects You Can Do Yourself

The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and your backyard beckons! To help you make the best of the...


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10 Breathtaking Outdoor Lighting Looks For Your Yard

There's nothing quite like the twinkle of outdoor lighting on a cool summer night. To get you inspired, we've rounded...


5 Outdoor Tables You Can Make

Good-quality outdoor furniture can be expensive and it can be tough to find just the right piece. If you've had...


How to Choose Between Cedar, Pressure Treated Wood & Composite Decking

Despite the wide selection of decking options, builders and homeowners tend to choose among three main ones. Here's some help...

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Outdoor Patio Tiles: 10 Best Ideas

Outdoor flooring should be durable, easy to maintain and, of course, stylish! We're sharing these outdoor tile ideas to inspire...


Composite Decking That Doesn’t Burn and Is Perfect For Summer

Don't build a deck you can't walk on during the hot summer months


Trex Decking: Here’s What You Need to Know

Demand for environmentally friendly, virtually maintenance-free Trex composite decking grows every year. Why has this home-improvement upstart captured so much...


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The Most Common Patio Heater Repairs

Is your patio heater malfunctioning? These six repairs fix the most common problems people have with their patio heaters.


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Guide to Choosing the Best Outdoor Curtains

Create an intimate open-air space with outdoor curtains, a stylish solution for adding privacy and shade to your patio, pergola...


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Homeowner’s Guide to Outdoor Carpet

Outdoor carpet can add inviting color and character to your patio or deck. Here's what you need to know about...

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Ceramic vs. Porcelain Outdoor Tile: Which One Is the Better Choice?

Thinking of tiling your deck or patio? Let's compare your options, porcelain and ceramic, so you can make the best...


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What to Know About Outdoor Porcelain Tile

Give up the hassle of stone and concrete slabs. Find out why outdoor porcelain tile is the most durable and...


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The 7 Best Ice Melts to Keep Your Home Safe This Winter

This winter, keep your driveway, walkways and porch safe with a combination of ice melt and regular cleaning.


Best Gifts to Make the Most of Your Deck and Patio

Give the gift of fun times spent in the outdoors, no matter what season it is.


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Propane Patio Heater Usage and Maintenance Tips

If you're the proud owner of a new propane patio heater, these usage and maintenance tips will help you keep...


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What to Know About Chimineas

A terracotta or metal chiminea stove can provide a warm, attractive and socially distanced gathering spot in your backyard or...