Adding a small deck can give your backyard a major upgrade. This straightforward home improvement project will make your outdoor space more enjoyable for relaxing and entertaining. Style a small deck ...

Fargo - "Family room" has a different meaning at the Lawrence home. Rick, wife Tiffany and their three sons - Patrick, 8, and twins Thomas and Andrew, 6 - roast marshmallows, grill burgers, soak up ...

When the weather turns nice outdoors, no one wants to be cooped up indoors. Adding a patio or deck can extend your living space outside and bring a new dimension to your entertainment venue options.

Are you planning a new deck or patio soon? There’s a very good chance you’re going to make it too small. I know this based on the thousands of complaints I’ve received over the years from homeowners ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Home swimming pools make quite a splash By Jackie Friedlander Special to the Fairfax Times With easy access to the two decks, patio and pool, this house seems designed for summer fun. The lower-level ...

Formulating a homemade deck cleaner or patio scrub is not only simple, but it's often more economically and ecologically friendly than what you find in the aisle of your grocery store. Next time it's ...

If you're a homeowner with nothing special outside your back door, you've probably felt the pang of patio or deck envy. You go to a friend's house, and he has an incredible layout in his backyard.

With the dog days of summer upon us in Upstate New York, there is no better way to enjoy a day or night out of cocktails, dining, entertainment and fun than by doing it outdoors. Call it a deck, a ...