The layout of your deck sleepers will depend on the layout of your decking. If you want a standard decking design — all the deck boards running one direction — all you need are rows of parallel ...

Dear Pat: I am planning to add a concrete patio onto my house. Some of the neighbors' patios have settled and cracked. About how large should a patio be and are there any construction tips? -- Caren H ...

With just a few style updates, a concrete patio can quickly become your favorite spot to wind down. From adding potted plants to creating cut-out pathways, there are myriad ways to experiment with ...

Concrete patio in the backyard of a home - Thomas Bullock/Getty Images As a homeowner, you've probably thought of ways to improve the aesthetic of your home that would also add value. You may have ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. 21 Concrete Patio Ideas to Warm Up and Elevate Your Outdoor Space originally appeared on Parade Home & Garden. A concrete patio is ...

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 ...

Your patio can be built from quality materials and still read as bargain-bin if a few details are off. Design missteps, ...