We built these concrete patio pavers with cedar accent decks for the shipping container house I am building out in Joshua tree CA. The sun out here in the California desert is quite harsh and I wanted ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

If you're considering installing pavers, the base layer is arguably the most confusing part. Here's how to know which type to ...

When a patio starts to sink or separate, there's usually more than meets the eye. The early warning signs might already be ...

National studies show that people of the Midwest spend more on outdoor living products than people in any other area of the country, said Mike Haumersen, outdoor living specialist with Belgard ...

If you're a homeowner with nothing special outside your back door, you've probably felt the pang of patio or deck envy. You go to a friend's house, and he has an incredible layout in his backyard.

TurnKey Paver Patios has expanded its service portfolio to include specialized outdoor systems designed for climate conditions in southeastern Louisiana. The New Orleans-based contractor now offers ...

Q. Our pool and deck are 15 years old. The pool needs to be refinished, and the deck has a number of hairline cracks. Five years ago, we had an acrylic texture and paint put over the Kool Deck. The ...