This article will explain how to build an elevated deck with common tools, even if you are on a tight budget. My husband and I built this ourselves—mostly it was him, but I helped. Technically, we are ...

What Is a Floating Deck? Despite its name, a floating deck (AKA a ground-level or a freestanding deck) isn’t found on water.

Learn how to build a DIY floating or detached deck from scratch for your backyard, perfect for outdoor relaxing under the shade of a pergola. PRODUCTS IN THIS VIDEO: • TuffBlocks 24 ct • TuffBlocks 8 ...

An inexperienced builder who wants to build a deck more than 36 inches off the ground should call a professional, according to Gravitt and Morgan. If a deck is a two-story structure (usually ...

Adding a small deck can give your backyard a major upgrade. This straightforward home improvement project will make your outdoor space more enjoyable for relaxing and entertaining. Style a small deck ...

Your visions of hosting fancy family barbecues and planting elaborate container gardens can come with a big cost: building a backyard deck. The average cost for a wood deck is about $10,950, according ...