
How To Build a Deck Over a Concrete Patio
The ultimate solution for a hopeless slab.

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...


How to Build a Screened-In Patio
Enjoy bug-free summers.

How to Install Pavers Over a Concrete Patio
Renew an old concrete patio with decorative brick or concrete pavers. No need to tear out an ugly slab—just hide...


Renew Your Concrete Patio: How to Stain Concrete
Staining your patio can transform it from a ho-hum gray monolith to a multi-hued conversation piece. Here, we show you...

How To Fix Sunken Patio Pavers
Remove and reset pavers with this easy four-step method.


21 Incredible Ideas for a Relaxing Backyard Space
Create any of these backyard entertaining spaces and your friends and family will want to hang out at your place...

The Best Patio Furniture (and More!) for Your Backyard
Fire up the grill! We found some of the best patio furniture to make your summer dreams come true.


Everything You Need to Know About Wood Deck Tiles
Wood deck tiles are a popular, cost-effective way to cover an ugly patio or deck, or to create a small...


How to Choose a Deck Stain
The right deck stain can bring out the natural beauty of a deck's wood grain and extend its life by...

How To Build a Small Deck with Custom Features
Ready to build your dream deck?

How to Choose the Best Deck Finish
Protect your investment


A Paver Path that Grows
This easy-to-build paver path will last a lifetime and looks great too!


12 Stamped Concrete Patio Ideas We Love
Here are 12 of our favorite stamped concrete patio designs to inspire you.

8 Patio Door Curtain Ideas
Add personality to your room with these ideas for curtains, blinds and other patio door window treatments.


Paver Patios That Will Save You Time and Effort
A simple system for installing flat and level pavers


How to Build a Stone and Brick Patio for Your Backyard
We'll tell you how to build a beautiful, durable patio from stone and brick.


How to Install Joist Hangers
Simple steps for building decks and floors that'll last a lifetime.


12 Things to Do When Daylight Savings Time Begins
Spring Daylight Savings Time is a great reminder that the seasons are just about to change. Here's everything you should...

Maintenance-Free Decking: PVC vs. Composite
Do you know how to avoid staining a deck? Build it from something other than wood, such as composite or...


31 Tips for Designing, Repairing, and Updating Your Deck
If you've had a deck for more than a couple years, chances are it'll need some work. After all, it...


Deck Remodel: Rebuild an Old One With New Decking and Railings
Give that old deck a new lease on life. Expert deck-builders show you how to make your old dilapidated deck...

How to Remove Flaking Deck Stain
Remove stubborn solid stain from your deck and make it look like new!

How to Paint and Restore a Deck
Follow these tips and your deck restoration project will be flawless.