Patios & Outdoor Living

Brighten up the gray.

Think outside the rectangle.

Keep your gear looking great year after year.

Your outdoor lounge can be more than a summer fling.

Enjoy the great outdoors all year without freezing.

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

Think outside of the box with these interesting patio ideas.

A patio umbrella will offer shade as well as protection.

Choose flexible, fixed, or something in between.

You might have all you need around the house.

Make a mini fire pit from a terracotta pot.

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

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

Add a homey, charming touch to any outdoor area.

You'll enjoy the rewards all year round.

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

They're not just for livestock anymore.

Wood chips can be used to make a temporary patio.

Outdoor wood furniture is vulnerable.

Keep your space safe from whatever nature throws at it.

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

Get the perfect grilled meal every time.

This long lasting DIY project is relatively straightforward.

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

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

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

Turn an old patio table into a focal point.

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

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

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

Enhance your landscape with low-maintenance surfaces.

Your time is precious.

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

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

Transforming an outdoor kitchen space is no easy feat.

Create a cozy outdoor area.

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

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

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

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

7 steps to freshening up your home's exterior.

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

Build a coffee table perfect for your patio or rustic home decor.
Life outdoors demands we seek shelter away from it - rain or intense sunlight can cause discomfort.
Installing a flagstone patio isn't hard. With the proper equipment the job can be done quickly.