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    Outdoors

    Whether you are planting flowers in the garden, adding a water feature to the yard or just need to mow the grass, Family Handyman covers all your outdoor needs.

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    How to Choose Composite Decking

    Simplify shopping for composite decking by weighing the importance of seven key issues, among them budget, sunlight, moisture, building codes and the cost of extras.

    How to Build a Gazebo

    Build this airy summer hangout that features fish-scale shingles and decorative trim you make yourself.
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    How to Build Deck Stairs

    Calculating the step dimensions, laying out stringers and building a sturdy set of deck stairs.

    How to Build a Patio Chair

    The ultimate easy chair: Easy to build, easy to tote, easy to set up and...
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    5 Ways to Clean Your Charcoal Grill

    Keep your charcoal grill in top form by knowing a variety of ways to clean...

    Tips and Tools for Achieving Better Painting Results

    Seasoned professional painters have learned from experience what paint works best in any situation, what...

    How to Apply Behr Quick Dry Oil Base Wood Finish

    Refinishing your deck doesn’t have to take several days if you use a product like...

    How to Buy Deck Lumber

    10 things you need to know about how to buy the good stuff

    How to Build an A-Frame Picnic Table

    Learn how to make a picnic table you can build in a day

    How to Build a Deck Over a Concrete Patio

    The ultimate solution for a hopeless slab

    How to Select the Best Trex Decking Colors for Your Outdoor Space

    Tips and tricks on choosing the Trex decking colors that will best compliment your home.

    How to Clean Trex Decking

    You probably love your Trex decking because it's durable and low-maintenance. But you still have...

    Deck Rescue: Renew Your Deck

    Bring new life to your aging deck for less than $300.

    How to Landscape Your New Deck

    A deck is a convenient and comfortable place to spend time outdoors. Make it more...

    Hate Your Patio? Here are 5 DIY Ways to Make It Better

    Sometimes it can be hard to enjoy your time out on the patio. Perhaps the...

    How to Build a Screened In Patio

    Enjoy bug-free summers.

    Patio PVC Furniture

    Where to find parts and plans for making DIY PVC furniture.

    Renew Your Concrete Patio: How to Stain Concrete

    Get a new look with stain in two days

    Raising Patio Pavers

    Remove and reset pavers with this easy four-step method.

    Raised Patio Planter

    Our planter is tops for easy construction, sturdiness and convenience. Plus, the curves and trim...

    How to Build an Outdoor Storage Bench

    At first glance, this bench may look like a complex project. But take a closer...

    Perfect Patio Combo: Wooden Bench Plans With Built-in End Table

    This patio bench offers comfortable seating with built-in end tables to set your drinks at...

    Patio Tiles: How to Build a Patio With Ceramic Tile

    Make patio tiles stand up to Mother Nature with these installation and care tips.