When you picture yourself relaxing at home in your happy place, you may very well envision lounging on your deck. But when it comes to deck ideas to reinvigorate the oft overlooked renovation spot, ...

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What Is a Floating Deck? Despite its name, a floating deck (AKA a ground-level or a freestanding deck) isn’t found on water.

Sloping plots can be tricky to work with. But if you've got some DIY skills already up your sleeve, learning how to build decking is a great way to utilize the space. It doesn't need to be a ...

If you’re planning to build a deck this year, I’d like to tell you about three simple design details that’ll make your new deck better than average. These don’t necessarily add significantly to the ...