Decks & Patios: Design, Inspiration & How Tos

Decks & Patios

A deck or patio is a beautiful and valuable addition to any home. Learn about planning, building, and caring for your outdoor deck or patio with our expert guides to construction, repair, and more.
How to hang a porch swing
How to Hang a Porch Swing
concrete patio
How to Stain Concrete Floors and Patios
How to Build Porch Steps
How to Build Porch Steps
Deck Skirting
15 Deck Skirting Ideas That Will Smarten Up Your Yard
Spacing deck boards
Deck Joist Spacing: A Complete Guide
Outdoor deck design
9 Budget-Friendly Ways to Prep Your Backyard Deck for Summer Fun
Gravel Patio
Pea Gravel Patio Installation: Pros and Cons, Cost, and More
Closeup of wind chimes hanging
How to Hang Wind Chimes
Balcony with yellow outdoor seating surrounded by white railings
The Difference Between a Terrace and a Balcony
A cat going through a small door on a catio
9 Free DIY Catio Plans
Outdoor porch with brick floor and white hammock hanging between wall and column
What Is a Porch?
Outdoor kitchen with wood awning
How to Build a DIY Wood Awning
Screened Front Porch
How to Build a Screened-in Porch From Scratch
Installing outdoor tile
How to Install Outdoor Tile
Installing Patio Pavers
How to Lay Patio Pavers
Person power-washing a deck
How to Pressure Wash a Wood Deck
overhead view of a wooden deck
How to Sand a Wood Deck Before Refinishing
Backyard deck
How to Seal a Deck With Thompson's WaterSeal
Wooden table, chairs and fruit and vegetables in plant pots on patio decking in garden
How to Refinish a Wood Deck
Floating Deck
How to Build a Floating Deck
two brick basket weave flooring
How to Make an Easy Brick Patio Pattern for Beginners
Outdoor patio with plants
How to Grout Outdoor Tile
Stack of marine-grade plywood
What Is Marine-Grade Plywood?
Freshly sealed driveway
What to Know About Sealing Concrete Driveways and Patios
grid
A Guide to Basic Brick Patterns for Patios and Paths
Concrete patio
How to Repair Cracks in a Concrete Patio
Composite deck with white and gray outdoor furniture in front of open sliding doors
Wood Decks vs. Composite Decks
Pea gravel surrounding circular gray-stoned fire pit with wooden furniture and plants nearby
How to Build a Pea Gravel Patio
A gray wood deck
How to Install Wood Deck Boards
Wooden deck
5 Best Wood Deck Board Materials
A beautiful tile patio
What's the Difference Between a Patio and a Deck?
patio decor
36 DIY Patio Ideas to Transform Your Backyard
Composite deck with umbrella over patio table and chairs near trees
8 Popular Brands for Composite Decking
dream deck
19 Creative DIY Deck Plans and Design Ideas
Concrete patio being cleaned with blue broom and water
How to Clean a Concrete Patio
Covered deck with white attached overhead with outdoor dining table
24 Covered Deck Ideas to Shade Your Outdoor Space
Patio with gray tiles and outdoor seating and furniture surrounded by plants
A Complete Guide to the Best Patio Materials
outdoor patio with stone tiles
14 Different Types of Tiles for Outdoor Patios and How to Choose One
Backyard deck with white and blue cushions and stump in front
8 Beautiful, Easy DIY Backyard Decks
flagstone patio
Flagstone Patios and Walkways: What to Know
Sweeping baking soda between deck floor boards to remove unwanted odors
How to Get Rid of Odors Under an Outdoor Deck
Outdoor deck with wooden beams and wicker and wooden furniture
Deck Code Guidelines for Guardrails and Stairway Railings
Outdoor deck with umbrella covering outdoor seating and table
50 Deck Ideas That Will Inspire You To Go Outside
Outdoor deck with gray flooring and metal furniture covered with orange cushions
Comparing Deck Materials: Wood, Wood-Composite, and PVC
Wood deck stain
Easy Guide to Staining a Deck by Yourself
Front Porch Roof
How to Build a Porch Roof
Backyard Deck Lattice
How to Install Lattice Under a Deck
Wooden decking construction.
How To Replace a Section of Decking Boards
Brick patio with outdoor dining table surrounded by plants
Brick Patio Designs: 12 Great Ideas and Pictures
Wood deck near swimming pool
9 Types of Outdoor Decks and How to Choose One
terrace deck construction - man installing wpc composite decking boards
How to Build a Basic Deck
Parents relaxing outdoor with children playing on patio
Plastic Wood Deck Lumber: What to Know Before You Buy
Image of couple working on building a deck.
Basic Steps for Building a Deck
Painting a Deck
An Easy Guide to DIY Deck Painting
porch in mountain view
How to Build a Porch
Flagstone path leading to patio bordered by perennials including cow parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris) 'Ravenswing', cranesbill (Geranium) and columbines (Aquilegia), Wall, Lummi Island, WA, USA
How to Lay a Flagstone Patio
pool and deck materials
How to Choose Pool Deck and Patio Materials