Tips and information on projects related to decks & patios.
Deck skirting can run on the expensive side, but you can save money if you are okay with repurposing things you already have available or just taking a DIY approach. Some things you can use for deck skirting are premade deck skirting, lattice, vertical boards, or plants. You decide based on what you have available…
The answer to this question is simple yet complicated. I don’t want to give you an answer without telling you how to accomplish it. You should absolutely insulate your patio. Insulating your patio and the structure around it can help lower your energy bill and balance the temperature so you can use your outdoor living…
When I was growing up, I had an aunt who had a pea-gravel walkway through stacked natural stone planters that led to her house. It was a lovely design, a precursor but to me, also something more colorful than a planned concrete walkway. My mother and father made a patio beneath their yard swing out…
Whether you’re just getting into your home or you’ve been there a while and know that you might want to sell the house in the future, homeowners like you and I tend to want to develop our backyard space. If you are building something from scratch or adding to an existing backyard, the temptation to…
Wood decks are the only way to go for a lot of homeowners. If your exit is too high above the ground, you can’t exactly build a concrete pad or use pavers for your outdoor living space. So, building a deck is a must. And unless you want to use high-end Polywood (wood made mostly…
Having a dog use your concrete patio as a urinal can be very frustrating. This article talks about ways to clean urine from concrete and how you can deter your dog from doing it again.
The quickest way to clean concrete is by using a pressure washer. This article covers why you should use a pressure washer for concrete and things to watch out for to prevent damage to your concrete.
Cleaning your concrete patio is a subject that we all need to know more about. This article covers multiple ways to keep your concrete clean and looking good.
If you have black spots on your concrete and want to get rid of them then this article is for you. Learn what causes the black spots and ways you can clean them.
I’ve had people ask which material is best for their outdoor space. This article explains the differences between the materials and which one is best for each project.
Thinking about adding a new patio to your outdoor living space? Want to make sure what you choose adds value to your property then check out this article!
One of the most important things to consider when pouring a concrete patio is the sub-base. It can make or break your project and this article tells all!
