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Home Improvement Tips & Podcasts
Learn how to build and maintain strong and beautiful decks & patios, for outdoor dining, entertaining, relaxing and adding value to your home
Find out why you should consult a home architect when you are considering a project like converting your deck into closet space where you will also store your washer and dryer. Learn why the deck will most likely need to be torn down and replaced by an addition. A home architect will help you make sure it gets done properly and does not look slapped on to the house.
Last fall, we applied Behr DeckOver to our deck. We prepped properly, applied it properly, let it dry properly and didn’t have any problems. This spring though, after the snow melted, we’ve had big patches flaking off, especially in high- traffic areas near the stairs. My question is, can this issue be fixed or do …
If you are lucky enough to have a home with a screened-in porch, then you know these rooms can really take a beating when the wind whips up. Here’s how to repair them.
Clean your wood deck with a mixture of powdered laundry detergent and hot water. To remove mildew stains from your wood deck, use a 10 % bleach solution, and you will have a shiny clean wood deck that is ready for summer fun.
I live in Nebraska with extreme heat in the summer and cold in the winter. I have a cement patio that I would like to repaint I am looking for the best paint options and wondering if they make a outdoor epoxy finish. I did etch the cement before the first time I painted it …
Hello, My wife and I purchased our first home last April and had a contractor do some repairs for us. One of these was replacing …
I had my deck restained a couple years ago and now the deck surface looks really dried out and seems like it is starting to …
If your grilling gear could use an upgrade this summer, look to the latest shopping advice offered by Consumer Reports. Find out …
Learn how to resurface your deck by flipping existing boards or replacing them with composite decking. Trex Enhance is a …
A deck adds valuable square footage to your home, and when you build a deck from quality composite material, you're investing in …
We would like to cover our old redwood deck with a non-maintenance covering like tile or cement. What products do you suggest, …
A clean, protected deck can make all the difference for summer entertaining, and Cabot Clear Wood Protector helps you get your …
Trex Enhance decking is a high-performance composite that combines the look of real wood with long-lasting beauty thanks to its …
A deck is a sound investment, and a cost-effective way to expand square footage and complement your home's style. Find out how …
Composite decking is a great choice for your outdoor space, whether you want to transform an existing, worn wood deck or build …
A deck is a great foundation for an outdoor room, and building one is a doable DIY project if you have the skills. Learn how to …
The decking material you choose is also critical to the long-term value of your deck investment. Learn how to plan a deck design …
We have pressure-treated wood on our new deck. The boards still have the stamps from the lumber yard. How can we remove those …
About 15 feet from the back of my house I have my septic tank. I would love to put a patio out there or even a deck. Which one …
Is composite decking really worth the expense? The materials are five to six times the cost of wood. How well does it hold up …
I heard on one of the Money Pit programs that I could flip the boards on a weathered deck and use the underside. What is the …
I had stained my deck with Behr Semi Transparent Deck, Fenc, & Siding Wood Stain. The stain consist of a penetrating oil …
Hey folks, I've recently completed power washing (gently) my deck and screened porch. I've already re-stained the deck, …
Learn how to refinish a wood fence or deck with step-by-step instructions and product recommendations.
Find out if your deck may be due for some TLC to restore it for outdoor summer fun and protect it through the seasons ahead.
Get tips on how to repair, restore, stain and refinish a wood deck. Learn about cleaning and repairing your wood deck before …
I use Behr deck stain on my deck, but it wears off quickly. What can I use instead? My deck is made of pressurized wood and is …
My older home has concrete and pea gravel for the drive and patio deck around the pool. The rocks are coming loose and I have …
Learn how the AZEK In-Deck Storage Kit safely stores outdoor furniture and other deck and patio accessories. Find out how the …
