Building a new deck yourself can save a lot of money if you have the DIY skills. You're also going to need these tools to ...

There’s a lot to building a deck. And if you want to build your own deck or renovate one, you’ll find much of the advice centers on building codes and topics like laying out floor joists or how to lay ...

A wood deck begins as a simple idea in most cases. You want a place to relax, entertain guests, or enjoy fresh air without needing to leave your property. However, developing that idea into a ...

As hard as it may be to believe right now, winter will in fact end, and our thoughts will turn to warm weather fun. Don’t ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

The space beneath your deck may not be the most functional or visually appealing area. However, you can easily transform this unused space into a practical storage solution with various options for ...

There’s something soothing about brick patios and sidewalks, which is something I learned while installing a patio for my dear, departed mother-in-law. It was 50 years ago, before I was married, when ...

A professionally-built deck typically costs between $49 and $67 per square foot, depending on materials, size, design and cost of labour. While decks in Canada are primarily a seasonal living area, ...