Patios & Outdoor Living

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Concrete Patio Makeovers

Brighten up the gray.

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Unique Deck Designs

Think outside the rectangle.

Waterproof Outdoor Furniture

Keep your gear looking great year after year.

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How to Enjoy Your Patio Year Round

Your outdoor lounge can be more than a summer fling.

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6 Affordable Outdoor Heaters

Enjoy the great outdoors all year without freezing.

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Waterproof Furniture You Can Leave Outside Year Round

Pick the right materials and they'll withstand any weather.

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Paver Alternatives to Suit Any Space

Think outside of the box with these interesting patio ideas.

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How to Install a Patio Umbrella Shade

A patio umbrella will offer shade as well as protection.

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4 Types of Outdoor Shades

Choose flexible, fixed, or something in between.

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Three Lawn Games You Can Build Yourself

You might have all you need around the house.

DIY Tabletop S'mores Trick

Make a mini fire pit from a terracotta pot.

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How to Design a Shade Sail

A shade sail is a flexible alternative to a fixed roof.

A dirty concrete patio surface.
How to Remove Mold from a Concrete Patio

Mold isn't good for your health or for your patio, so take care of it quickly.

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DIY Pergola Swing for Your Patio

Add a homey, charming touch to any outdoor area.

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Make Your Backyard a Destination

You'll enjoy the rewards all year round.

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Pros and Cons of Natural Pools

They're beautiful, but they come with special challenges.

beach balls in a stock tank pool on a deck
Stock Tank Pool Mistakes to Avoid

They're not just for livestock anymore.

Wood chips.
Patio Design: Understanding Wood Chips

Wood chips can be used to make a temporary patio.

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Protecting Your Patio from the Elements

Keep your space safe from whatever nature throws at it.

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Your Summer BBQ: The Best Woods for Smoking Meat

Using chunks or chips of wood while grilling will add a level of flavor to your meat.

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5 Common BBQ Mistakes You're Making Right Now

Get the perfect grilled meal every time.

A mallet and level and a half built paver patio.
Putting Down Patio Pavers

This long lasting DIY project is relatively straightforward.

gas patio heater
Troubleshooting Your Gas Patio Heater

Why your gas patio heater isn't heating your patio...

A man grilling on a barbecue with a stack of plates in the foreground.
How to Keep Your BBQ in Good Health This Summer

It's easier if you clean up a little each time you grill.

A young woman watering a tomato plant on a balcony.
How to Grow a Balcony Vegetable Garden

Make the most of your small outdoor space with these garden tips.

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How to Make a Patio Table with Tile

Turn an old patio table into a focal point.

A shovel in soil.
Preparations for Building a Patio on a Slope

Thinking of building a patio, but hesitant because of a hill? Here's what you need to know to overcome that obstacle!

Metal patio furniture with red cushions.
Refinishing Your Metal Outdoor Furniture

Don't put your rusty, old patio furniture out to pasture.

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How to Anchor an Outdoor Pergola to a Concrete Slab

An outdoor pergola is a great way to shield your patio from the sun.

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4 Hardscaping Ideas

Enhance your landscape with low-maintenance surfaces.

Wooden patio chairs and table
Taking Indoor Furniture Outdoors: How to Weatherproof Furniture

Keep your indoor furniture safe outdoors with these simple tips and tricks.

A green backyard with a hammock and a table and chairs.
How to Make Your Home Staycation-Worthy

Skip the expensive vacation this year with these DIYs that will make you never want to leave home.

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9 Important Tips for Designing the Perfect Outdoor Kitchen

Transforming an outdoor kitchen space is no easy feat.

DIY an Outdoor Cornhole Game

Make this popular backyard game with a sheet of plywood and a couple 2x4s.

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10 Outdoor Furniture and Fixtures You Can (and Should) DIY

Ready to DIY your way to the perfect outdoor space? These 10 projects are simple.

A row of palm trees wrapped in white lights.
7 Ways to Give Your Party Ambiance With Lighting

Is your party missing something? Lighting adds the finishing touch.

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5 Tricks to Upgrade a Bad View

Is your backyard view a problem? We have a solution.

Attacking Winter Surface Damage to Your Home

7 steps to freshening up your home's exterior.

A BBQ covered in snow.
Prep and Store Your BBQ for Winter

Give your grill a proper cleaning and store it with care so it can serve you well come spring.

Recycled Pallet Projects, Part 3: Outdoor Coffee Table

Build a coffee table perfect for your patio or rustic home decor.

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Raindrops Keep Falling on Your Head? Install a Patio Cover

Life outdoors demands we seek shelter away from it - rain or intense sunlight can cause discomfort.

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Flagstone Patio

Installing a flagstone patio isn't hard. With the proper equipment the job can be done quickly.