Outdoors

There’s no sense installing a beam that’s not supported by a post. But that’s what this deck builder did. Maybe...

Here's the right way to do it

Gardening is more rewarding when your efforts meet with success. These gardening tips will help make that happen.

Air mattresses, inflatable beds, tires, balls, swimming pools— we spend a lot of time fiddling with hand pumps and air...

Want to avoid deck decay and enjoy your outdoor space for the rest of your days? If you use these...

These cool pool accessories will change the way you enjoy time outdoors.

Maintain your lawn by learning how to avoid common mistakes.

Attracting hummingbirds is easy when you start thinking like a hummingbird! Experts Kenn and Kimberly Kaufman explain what these birds...

The Family Handyman editors have decades of experience building sheds. Here, they share their top lessons learned, so you can...

This 5-gallon bucket hack will slice your time doing yard work

Whether growing them for healthy snacking or craft wine making, grapes have a place in the home landscape. Here's a...

When felling a tree, it is imperative that you take the necessary precautions (and avoid these 16 no-nos) to keep...

When you’re building a deck or other structure solo, it’s pretty hard to level long joists and beams, then hold...

Gathering up those grass clippings has always been an integral part of the lawn care routine. But after looking at...

Garden beds can be fun to plant and tend, but as soon as unwanted plants invade, the battle begins. Your...

Make sure all the water in your garden hose really is gone before storing it.

When you plant a rain garden, you do your part for the environment, filtering runoff and protecting groundwater. Pick the...

Climb hills better with this genius handy hint.

Does it seem like whenever you want to spend your day off outside, the weather foils your plans? Rain and...

Don't let your landscape get overtaken by weeds this season! We've got solutions for banishing even the most troublesome invaders,...

If you're going to invest the money, time and valuable garden space in shrubs, you may as well make sure...

Want to attract butterflies on a budget? Fill your garden with beautiful butterfly flowers from just a few dollars' worth...

When you look out over your patio, what you see (hopefully) are nice solid patio stones or pavers laid in...

Fire pits come in all shapes and sizes. Check out our 37 favorite fire pits, and be inspired to create...

Build your dream shed with easy access, storage galore and a private porch for lounging. Here's how to do it:

Reap rewards from your investment of time and money by planting a tree correctly. Avoid these costly mistakes—all of which...

Turn your outdoor patio into a secluded, yet comfortably airy relaxation space with an easy-to-build patio screen. Our experts show...

A damaged chain link fence rail can easily be repaired by cutting out the bad section and sliding in a...

If your miter saw isn’t cutting square, the problem is easy to fix. Unplug the saw, loosen the fence bolts,...