After months of rain, snow or just being ignored, most patios need more than a quick dust-off before they’re ready for warmer weather. Whether you’ve got a full backyard setup or a tiny balcony, now’s ...

Many outdoor spaces require regular TLC, and the odds are, if you’ve ended up reading this guide, you want to learn how to stain a concrete patio yourslef. Most hardscapes like driveways, walkways, ...

We are building a pergola on a concrete patio! If you've ever wondered how to make a concrete patio, how to build a pergola, or how to build a pergola attached to the house, then this video is for you ...

Q: We are getting bids for an addition to our 2007 home. I was asking for anything but concrete on the patio as the current patio is awful. Cracks everywhere started 18 months after we moved in. They ...

In this video, discover how to enhance your patio with LED lights interspersed between large concrete pavers. The project covers the following steps: 1. Remove the mulch in the space. 2. Clean and ...

Clean your patio by removing debris, sweeping, and washing away pollen. Clean outdoor furniture after removing it from storage, using gentle soap. Check for damage by looking for soft spots, cracks or ...

It’s the time of year to spruce up your outdoor space and give yourself a spot to relax with a morning coffee, or gather for barbecues. If the weather has inspired you to build a patio space, you ...

Q: I would love to get some ideas on how to correct our uneven brick patio. The locust tree whose roots are causing the bricks to lift is not one we would want to lose, as it is our main source of ...

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