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The 8 Best Ping Pong Tables for Your Home Game Room

With these must-have tables, you can play ping pong just about anywhere.

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Make a Tiny Oasis in Your Backyard with the Coolaroo Shade Sail

Here's an easy and inexpensive way to throw some shade in your yard or campsite.


Spend More Time Outdoors with This Chemical-Free Mosquito Repellent

We tried this chemical-free flying insect trap to limit the number of irritating mosquito bites we endured. Here's what we...


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Family Handyman Approved: Blue Sky Ridge Fire Pit

There's no place I'd rather be on a warm summer night than relaxing with family and friends around a crackling...


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Take Your Cookout on the Road with This Family Handyman Approved Portable Pellet Grill

Take your passion for cooking nearly anywhere with this Family Handyman Approved portable pellet grill.

How to Build 4 Different Styles of Path Lights

Bollard posts are short, stout posts used around buildings or as roadway dividers. They resemble tree trunks, which are also...


Buyer’s Guide To Outdoor Benches for Your Backyard

A properly placed outdoor bench evokes thoughts of pleasant days taking in the sights and sounds — even if you...

How to Build Custom Composite Benches

Here's how to build maintenance-free seating out of framing lumber and composite decking.


Best Gifts for Outdoor Lovers

Our favorite seasoned adventurers recommend gift ideas big and small, including camp stoves, a jeweler's loupe and THE best travel...


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What To Do With Outdoor Patio Furniture During Winter

Harsh winter weather can wreak havoc on outdoor furniture. We asked an expert for tips on what to do with...


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How and Where to Store Outdoor Patio Cushions

Storing your outdoor patio cushions correctly significantly extends their lifespan without adding a lot of time to your outdoor maintenance...

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How to Easily Clean an Outdoor Rug

Your outdoor rug should be cleaned just like an indoor rug or carpet. Here’s how to do it.


A Grand Tour of the Family Handyman Getaway

Take a look inside the Family Handyman Getaway vacation home.


Shop the Getaway

Shop the Getaway look for your own home.


Lowe’s Labor Day Sales You Won’t Want to Miss

Celebrate the season at Lowe's Labor Day Sale with special values on everything you need to get your home and...


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If You See This Pattern on Your Porch, This Is What It Means

This peculiar squiggly pattern is caused by a certain type of garden pest. Learn why they do it and how...


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8 Tips and Products for Cleaning Composite Decking

If you use your deck a lot or are planning an outdoor party, you may be wondering how to clean...


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8 Best Pressure Washer Attachments

Want to enhance your pressure washer game? These eight pressure washer attachments turn a great tool into a can't-live-without-it workhorse.


6 Best Patio Awning Ideas

Stay dry in the rain or cool in the shade with these patio awning ideas.


Pergola vs. Gazebo: What’s the Difference?

Find out which one might be the better option for your home.


10 Best Outdoor Shades

Keep your outdoor living space comfortable with the best shades on the market!


The Best Roll Up Shades for Your Porch

Sometimes you want a little less sun beating down on your deck. A roll-up shade is an easy to way...


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7 Best Patio Trees for Shade

Here’s a list of ornamental trees in a variety of sizes to create shade for any patio.


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Our Favorite Garden and Patio Finds on Amazon For Less Than $25

These garden and patio finds from Amazon will help you fight pests, clean the grill and get your outdoor space...


8 Ways to Shade Your Deck or Patio

Is your outdoor area too hot and sunny? Learn about shade solutions for your deck or patio, from large canopies...


Family Handyman Reader Projects: Outdoor Spaces

We asked Family Handyman readers what kinds of projects they tackled during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. The results were...


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How To Clean Outdoor Cushions

Keep your outdoor cushions feeling fresh with these smart and easy cleaning methods.


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5 Lessons We Learned While Building a Deck

When you build a deck from the ground up, you're going to learn some things. Here are some of the...


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How to Build a Deck That will Last as Long as Your House

Composite decking, treated wood and special building techniques add up to a durable, low-maintenance deck.