For fast additional seating, few things beat a picnic table. And if the weather in your area permits, picnic tables are an excellent choice to set up when friends and family visit. They help avoid the ...

Want a better backyard but feel overwhelmed at the idea of major construction? We get it — building a traditional deck can seem expensive, complicated, and downright intimidating. That’s exactly why ...

TUNKHANNOCK, Pa. — From backyard decks to patios, they are the places we love to kick back and relax around our homes, especially in the summer. But if your oasis has been feeling a bit bland lately ...

"Disaster Decks" stylist Heidi Richter puts the finishing touches on a renovated deck in this undated handout image. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO, Shaw Media TORONTO — Dreams of an outdoor oasis can quickly ...

Everyone wants a gorgeous outdoor space for the summer, but not everyone wants to spend a fortune on a total rebuild. Fortunately, there are plenty of small tweaks that can add up to a much more ...

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You’ve been thinking about it for some time and you’ve finally decided to take the plunge — you’re going to build a patio or deck this summer. But if you want to have a space to socialize and ...