Patios & Outdoor Living

Take that strip of ground between the street and the sidewalk up a notch with these landscaping ideas.

It's part architectural interest and part functional support
Laying out a patio can be a fun project, as well as a rewarding one.

Constructing an outdoor kitchen? Use these tips to make sure it withstands any weather.

This is a pretty cool project.
Roll-up outdoor shades are much easier to troubleshoot and repair than many may think.

4 steps to a garden path.

From bold to subtle, each change brings exciting elements.

Fire up your own patio pies.
A cast iron chiminea is a portable iron fireplace.

Enjoy your backyard blaze safely.

Ensure a clean layer between you and nature.
There are several important things to consider before you go out and buy wood to build your stairs.

There are several different ways to anchor a gazebo.

Some fixes are easy and cheap to DIY.
The clay chiminea from Mexico has become a hot seller for patios and terraces.
If you don't have the luxury of a covered patio or awning, add a patio swing canopy.

Give your outdoor furniture a bit of regular love and care.
In the summer, everyone enjoys their patio furniture.
Most plastic patio chairs are not built to take repairs.

A metal gazebo might look good in the garden, but metal can rust.
Adjusting your retractable awning is not as difficult as it may seem.

Make your deck even more enjoyable with these ideas that give relief from the summer heat.

Scrub away winter's memory.

Give yourself a customized, shaded space on your patio with your own DIY patio cover.

A garden gazebo is a beautiful outdoor structure. It is usually built having 8 sides. Most garden gazebos

Fix tears, holes or other damage with these easy steps.

Keep your wicker patio furniture in top condition.

They tend to be durable and good looking.

Clean up for aesthetics and safety.

Brighten up your outdoor space with an appealing bargain.

Even the toughest fabrics need an occasional brush up.

'Lattice' get right to the point with the right tools.

Clean grates are safer, and cook more consistently.

Take the comforts of home to the backyard for entertaining.

The fun comes in creating your favorite design.

Enjoy the great outdoors without expensive equipment.

Prevent rust from destroying the pit.

The better you protect it, the longer it won't need repairs.

Soothe those sore muscles and watch your cares swirl away.