After real-world testing, we narrowed down the best patio umbrellas to shade your backyard through the end of summer (and ...

If you want to add some bells and whistles to your deck area, these are some entertaining upgrades to consider. Hot tub: For many, a hot tub is the ultimate in deck entertaining. Retrofitting a deck ...

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 your backyard is looking a little worse for wear after withstanding the Canadian winter, don't worry, just a few simple ...

There are several easy ways to upgrade your deck or patio that will keep it looking fresh all the way through fall. DIY blogger Whitney Yadrich has some tips you can try. Lighting increases your ...

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 ...