Paint always provides the most protection against UV light and rain, but on surfaces such as decks that can’t be totally sealed off from water penetration, a stain is best because it doesn’t peel. And except for marine varnishes, clear coatings have very limited effectiveness against sunlight.

When your concrete stairs are crumbling, take these 11 steps for repairing stairs and increasing your home’s curb appeal.

Breeze-dried sheets make for great sleeping, and for years I've draped sheet to dry - even in winter - on a single 15-ft. line strung between a galvanized pole and my garage wall. But I need more clotheslines, so I created this trellis.

All winter you wait, peering through the frosty patio door, counting the days. When that first glorious spring afternoon finally arrives, you stride happily onto your deck and take a deep breath of fresh air.

 Expand your deck to increase outdoor living space.

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Be prepared with surge protectors so you don't fall victim to random power surges in your household.

Here are a few simple guidelines for building a raised garden bed. Feel free to get creative by choosing your own shape, style, materials and, of course, veggies.

Some projects aren't always your favorite bread and butter, but they are tasks that just need to be done.

It's easy to feel left in the dark when it comes to selecting a generator.  But here's how you can meet that challenge.