Deck-building games are among the newer innovations in the ages-old hobby of playing card and board games. Like many fresh ideas, the concept of a deck-building game is startling in its simplicity.

Join me as I replace my 20+ year old treated deck boards with new composite decking, perfect for protecting our feet from splinters and concealing fasteners. This project focuses on upgrading the ...

It’s also a tasty snack, at least for fungi and insects such as termites. On a molecular level, wood is about three-quarters polymerized sugars that are indigestible to humans and most other animals.

Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

Q. I am a regular reader of the Globe and your column who lives in Melrose. This is a strange one. The Sears-brand window above our kitchen sink got a crack in the glass a few weeks ago out of nowhere ...

I let my pressure-treated deck go a couple of years too long without recoating it with the solid stain I’ve applied since it was built 15 years ago. I’m using the Diamabrush tool (highly recommended!) ...

Your home is your biggest asset, and the decision to renovate or build can be complicated. Higley Construction is here to answer to your home improvement questions. Answer: You can greatly improve ...