Al fresco dining season is here, prompting the deck to rival the kitchen for the most-popular space to share a meal. But before you haul out the table and chairs, set aside time to check off these ...

My old wood deck is deteriorating and the stairs could be hazardous. What is the easiest way to install new ones for an inexperienced DIY-er?

In early 2020, my family and I hired pros to tear off the stone steps, wrapped with a waist-height rock wall, at the back of our house. The steps were nearly 100 years old, and the entire fixture was ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

A pressure washer could become your most valuable tool on chore day, helping you tackle a range of tasks in record time. That includes reviving a tired, old wood deck in less than 30 minutes, as this ...

If you're hoping to make the most of the space under your deck, a lesser-known waterproofing method could open up ...

I need to replace my back steps this summer. There are just three steps into the back door. I would like to use composite so I don't have to restain them each year. I'm questioning the "slip and fall" ...

It's nice to have a space in your backyard that's dedicated to grilling. Some folks use their deck, porch, or balcony, while others use a patio (it's a narrow distinction between a patio and a deck, ...

Panelized wood roofs have been in use for more than 40 years west of the Mississippi, where wood has always been plentiful, but the roofing system is new to regions east of the mighty river and in ...

A study in Forest Products Journal says wooden decks can deteriorate considerably in just two to three years. That means sooner or later, you’ll need to refinish your deck. Pressure-treated deck ...