Outdoor Living

Deck Product Roundup

It won’t be long before the weather breaks, and everyone is back to building outdoors. The time to plan your new deck is at hand,

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Deck Product Update

Decks offer homeowners a versatile way to customize their outdoor entertainment area. From a wide range of building materials to an even wider array of

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Tips for Selecting a Garage Door

Timeless woodgrain carriage house styles. Colorful attention-grabbing contemporary accents. Statement-making designs with eye-catching appeal. Experts at Haas Door recommend that homeowners open themselves—and their garage

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Deck Building Tips

By Mark Clement Why do I love building wood decks so much? I think it’s because a well-crafted deck is more than a box and

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Upgrade your Deck

Quality treated wood and a hidden-fastener system give an old deck a facelift. When it came time to replace some rotted deck boards on a

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Cedar Patio Benches

This easy-to-build bench can be used on your patio or deck—or anywhere. By Matt Weber When I build outdoor furniture I want it to last.

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Deck Product Roundup

Ecolife Stabilized Wood Real wood is the most sustainable, renewable and economical decking and fencing option you can use, and Viance offers improved wood treatment solutions

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Build a boathouse

Building a Boathouse

Learn the basics from professionals with years of experience. By Matt Weber A dock is essentially a deck built on piles in the water, and

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Designing your Patio

Enhance your outdoor living space with a durable hardscape. By Tom Matthews   A hot trend among homeowners is to design an area of the

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Update for Deck Builders

 Deck construction is an evolving art. Every year new materials are introduced, technology advances, tools are innovated, and building codes get updated. In this issue,

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Building a Bridge

Building a bridge for a volunteer project demonstrates DIY takeaways for every job. By Mark & Theresa Clement When Theresa and I were asked if

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DIY Garlic Gardening

By Charlie Self Cultivating Garlic in a Raised Bed Garlic bulbs are available everywhere, but the pleasure of growing your own is great. It is

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Deck Finish Fix-UP

By Matt Weber   Refinish a deck to renew the look and protect it from the elements. For decades genuine wood has remained America’s most

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How-To with Heart

By Mark and Theresa Clement On the set of the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition playground project in Joplin, MO. Extreme Makeover: Home Edition is such

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Hot Product

MULE Outdoor Wet-Rated Oscillating Wall Fan
MULE Wet Rated Oscillating Fan

The MULE Wet Rated Oscillating Fan is designed to bring powerful cooling to outdoor spaces while maintaining durability in wet conditions. With a black matte finish, this fan is built to withstand the elements, making it perfect for covered patios, porches, and other outdoor areas. Its 80-degree oscillation ensures widespread airflow, creating a natural breeze […]

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