Are you looking for a patio to provide extra space in your backyard for entertaining or just hanging out? You can make one from wood, or you can simply clear out an area and cover it with gravel. If ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

While it's generally not recommended to install a concrete patio during the winter months, it's not an impossible task. Concrete can be poured and allowed to cure even if it's very cold out. New ...

A homemade walkway made from do it yourself concrete stones adds a nice touch to this yard. Neil Sperry Special to the Star-Telegram I’m thinking back 35 years ago. The Sperry family was touring ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. sunny stamped concrete patio with red Adirondack chairs - Sheila Say/Shutterstock There are many benefits of using concrete as ...

Dear James: I had painted a concrete patio before, but it peeled off over time. I want to decorate my new patio by my garden. How can I add a pale pink tint to the concrete surface? — Cindy R. Dear ...

On average, the cost to build a deck is about $7,900, while a patio can cost approximately $3,800. When considering a patio, homeowners will find that their choice of material influences the overall ...

With this affordable and versatile solution that can be modified to suit your aesthetic preferences, you can give your worn concrete patio a fancy makeover.