KEARNEY — There are many logical arguments for adding a patio or deck to your home. Patios and decks add value, and they enhance functionality while boosting livable space. While logic says it’s wise ...

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 ...

Is your outdoor area too hot and sunny? Learn about shade solutions for your deck or patio, from large canopies and patio ...

If you want to add some bells and whistles to your deck area, these are some entertaining upgrades to consider. Hot tub: For many, a hot tub is the ultimate in deck entertaining. Retrofitting a deck ...

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 ...

Formulating a homemade deck cleaner or patio scrub is not only simple, but it's often more economically and ecologically friendly than what you find in the aisle of your grocery store. Next time it's ...

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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. Luckily, the official start to the season isn’t until ...

With the dog days of summer upon us in Upstate New York, there is no better way to enjoy a day or night out of cocktails, dining, entertainment and fun than by doing it outdoors. Call it a deck, a ...

If you're a homeowner with nothing special outside your back door, you've probably felt the pang of patio or deck envy. You go to a friend's house, and he has an incredible layout in his backyard.