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Learn how to build and maintain outdoor structures with these projects, tips and ideas for sheds, fences, pergolas, arbors, storm shelters and tree houses.

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Guide to Choosing the Best Outdoor Curtains

Create an intimate open-air space with outdoor curtains, a stylish solution for adding privacy and shade to your patio, pergola or pavilion.

Innovative and Safe Sidewalk Salt Alternatives

Clearing ice from your sidewalk is important for your safety and that of others. Salt...

8 Mistakes You’re Probably Making With Hummingbird Nectar

To attract Mother Nature's version of the hovercraft and keep them coming back, avoid these...

How to Build Stronger Retaining Walls

Get strong, long-lasting retaining walls by learning how to properly build a wall.

Stuff We Love: Garden Hand Tools

Make your gardening chores a breeze with these three tools that get the green thumbs-up.

10 Deck Furniture Ideas for 2020

Head outside and soak up the beautiful weather this season with these deck furniture ideas...

9 Ways to Protect Your Deck or Patio From Summer Heat

Your deck or patio needs protection from the sun, just like you. Here are nine...

14 Picnic Tables You Have to See to Believe!

Whether you want to buy or DIY, these picnic tables will give you plenty of...

How to Choose Composite Decking

Simplify shopping for composite decking by weighing the importance of seven key issues, among them...

How to Build a Gazebo

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

What to Consider Before Buying a Patio Umbrella

For proper shade, safety and protection, you need to pick the best patio umbrella for...

Electrical Wiring: How to Run Power Anywhere

The easiest way to bring electricity to a shed, garden or lamppost

How to Build Deck Stairs

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

How to Build a Shed on the Cheap

We designed this shed with money saving in mind. Even the dimensions are designed to...

How to Bury Underground Cable

We break down four options for underground wiring. Here's what you need to know.

11 Ways to Create Shade for Your Deck or Patio

Don't let the sun drive you off your deck or patio. Take back your outdoor...

6 Best Invisible Fences for 2020

If you want to protect your pet, an invisible fence is a great choice. Here's...

What to Know About Invisible Fences

Considering an invisible fence to protect your pet, but need more information? Here's how they...

Deals We Love: Outdoor Space Accessories

Make your outdoor space the place for all invited. Here are two products that will...

How to Build a Patio Chair

The ultimate easy chair: Easy to build, easy to tote, easy to set up and...

14 Patio Upgrades to Make this Summer

Here are 14 amazing DIY patio upgrades that will transform your summer!

Top 5 Online Memorial Day Patio Furniture Sales of 2020

Kick off your summer in style with these online patio décor deals.

Do it right, do it yourself!

How to Build an Easy DIY Swing Set

The swing set in the backyard is an indelible childhood memory for many of us....

Maximize Growing Space with a Vertical Veggie Garden

Use a trellis, netting, A-frames or an arbor to create a vertical garden that maximizes...

The Ultimate Mother’s Day Patio Style Gift Basket

Hunting for a great Mother's Day gift idea? Mix-and-match these items to create a gift...

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