You may think that choosing a deck color is as simple as pointing to a brown stain on the hardware store shelf and going with ...

Since most decks are made of wood, it’s necessary to apply a protective layer of paint or stain to keep the wood protected from the sun, rain, sleet, and snow. While stain can be a good choice ...

I have prepared my deck as well as possible, scraping away old paint and sanding the wood. I am just wondering what is the ...

Another benefit is that stains typically require less maintenance than paint and are less likely to peel or chip. And for ...

Simple step-by-steps to clean your deck, outdoor furniture, and patio umbrella so they're ready for your next gathering and ...

What was once a bare-bones landscape is now an inviting gathering place.

“The sun and water beat down on a deck, snow can pile up, and even dirt and mildew spores can settle on the flat surface,” says Li Wang, who oversees CR’s tests of stains and paints.

Ready to get your garden summer ready? There are plenty of 'easy wins' that can transform your outdoor space from tired and ...

This three-bed, two-and-a-half bath, 1,750-square-foot craftsman home in La Grange’s Artisan Park neighborhood was built in ...

Nosey or noisy neighbors? Want to keep the kids safe? These backyard fence ideas effortlessly combine style and privacy.

A state program created in 2000 has awarded funding to a pair of historic lights for preservation work. Here's what's being ...