Yard and Garden Structures

These sandbox cover ideas will protect the sand from contaminants and keep your kids safe.

Stretch out in style on your patio or deck with these inviting best outdoor lounge chairs.

Shield from UV rays? Check! Stylish backyard addition? Also check!

An outdoor coffee table can pull together your patio space and make it the ideal spot for entertaining.

Get strong, long-lasting retaining walls by learning how to properly build a wall.

Take your deck from bland to grand with these unique ideas!

Build this airy summer hangout that features fish-scale shingles and decorative trim you make yourself.

For proper shade, safety and protection, you need the best patio umbrella for your cherished outdoor space. The fabric,...

Our backyard fire pit ideas will have you making s'mores every night this season.

Calculating the step dimensions, laying out stringers and building a sturdy set of deck stairs.

Don't let the sun drive you off your deck or patio. Take back your outdoor space with one of these...

If you want to protect your pet, an invisible fence is a great choice. Here's the best invisible fence for...

Considering an invisible fence to protect your pet, but need more information? Here's how they work, ballpark costs and potential...

The ultimate easy chair: Easy to build, easy to tote, easy to set up and store.

The swing set in the backyard is an indelible childhood memory for many of us. This sturdy and easy-to-assemble swing...

Build this sandbox for your little sand-loving kids. The detailed plan includes hinged doors as a cover, to help keep...

Save tons of money by building a fence using salvaged lumber. Here's how:

It's been a long winter and you're ready to start some yard work. But before you grab that rake or...

Kids got you climbing the walls? Get them climbing this wall! Cure your family's cabin fever with this easy-to-build climbing...

Everyone needs a little extra storage space, and DIYing a shed is a great way to get it. Use the...

Easy enough for a beginner, comfortable enough for a perch

Whether you're looking to protect your new deck or restore an old one, here are some deck paints and stains...

Make your backyard carnival-like for your kids with these outdoor play sets!

Seasoned professional painters have learned from experience what paint works best in any situation, what equipment is durable and yields...

Retaining wall blocks are really heavy. You don't want to lift them twice. Learn how to build a rock solid...

Got some cash or valuables to hide? Try one of these clever, simple ways to hide those items from all...

You can tell a good paint job because the new wall paint is only on the wall. We asked a...

10 things you need to know about how to buy the good stuff

Fall yard work can be a pain in the...everything! Make your outdoor chores much easier with these incredibly handy tools.