The choice between constructing a deck or a patio in a homeowner’s outdoor space often hinges on a variety of factors, not the least of which is the associated cost. Both options provide distinct ...

Spending time with friends, family and neighbors in your own backyard is one of life’s simple pleasures. Relaxing on your patio or deck, enjoying a family barbeque, socializing with friends, lounging ...

Sponsored by the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA), Deck Expo brings together professionals from 40 ...

Patio awnings are all the rage as summer approaches. Awnings are having a moment. And it’s no wonder why. For one thing, awnings often pay for themselves in energy savings. Window awnings can reduce ...

Country musicians Tim McGraw and Faith Hill’s Nashville home is the perfect example of how to embrace alfresco living even as ...

Ready to build the patio of your dreams? Before you grab the shovel, find out if you'll need a permit - or just a free ...

Any outdoor living space is a big upgrade, especially in warm summer months, when a deck or a patio will be a great spot for cookouts and summer get-togethers. While it might not seem like there’s ...

Fargo - "Family room" has a different meaning at the Lawrence home. Rick, wife Tiffany and their three sons - Patrick, 8, and twins Thomas and Andrew, 6 - roast marshmallows, grill burgers, soak up ...

There was a time, back when Mom and Dad were newlyweds, that patios were everywhere. Baby boomers in the 1950s grew up in suburban, look-alike ranch homes that featured back yards with little concrete ...

Organize your patio. Watch how to build a durable outdoor storage deck box using treated lumber and award-winning TENZ screws ...

For one thing, awnings often pay for themselves in energy savings. Window awnings can reduce solar heat gain, lowering cooling costs and making buildings more energy-efficient. Plus, patio awnings add ...