Adding a small deck can give your backyard a major upgrade. This straightforward home improvement project will make your outdoor space more enjoyable for relaxing and entertaining. Style a small deck ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Summer is calling, and it's time to whip out the grill and an apron. But why settle for soggy grass or cracked concrete when you could be ...

Not everyone has a huge patio or deck that allows for relaxing and entertaining outdoors — but that doesn’t mean you have to be stuck inside as the weather gets warm! Small-space dwellers — or should ...

Warmer weather and longer days mean more time to enjoy your outdoor space, whether big or small. The experts at Consumer Reports rounded up some top-recommended summer products and gear to freshen up ...

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 ...

People who live on the water spout the benefits: Bird-watching out the backdoor while sipping morning coffee. Daylong restful river views, then ending the evening with a stress-reducing kayak ride.