"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Traditional wood decking can be beautiful—picture the silvery-gray patina of aged cedar—but one thing is ...

If you’re planning on building a deck this year, you’re bound to encounter some pretty harsh realities. Inflation, coupled with an unprecedented lumber shortage, has caused decking prices to skyrocket ...

Pretty much any deck will look great when it’s brand new, but a deck built with subpar materials will start showing its age in a year or two. Fast-forward a decade, and a wooden deck that was ...

Summer means lounging around outside on the deck, and those who don't have decks may think about building one. First, before the tools come out, you need to decide what type of material to pick for ...

In early 2020, my family and I hired pros to tear off the stone steps, wrapped with a waist-height rock wall, at the back of our house. The steps were nearly 100 years old, and the entire fixture was ...

Building a deck adds more than function and value to a home; it’s a long-term investment in your outdoor enjoyment. Whether you’re looking to expand your living space or build the backyard of your ...

Stacy is a journalist and content creator with six years of experience writing about home improvement topics. Besides Forbes Home she has contributed her work and expertise to publications such as ...

A deck is always a good addition to the yard, creating a low-maintenance outdoor space that's perfect for hosting and relaxing. However, poor deck drainage can be a real problem. Water can rot the ...

Q: I have been contemplating redoing my ancient deck and decided to solicit your comments and advice. I laid this deck down about 40 years ago over a concrete slab at my home in Sunnyvale. The deck is ...