THE PLANKS OF wood had turned a shade of beaten-down gray. Dark circular stains stamped where the potted flowers stood. Even a light rain shower left the backyard deck soaked for hours. We needed no ...

I usually don’t like to tackle a home-improvement project until bloodshed or bankruptcy is imminent, but sometimes you just can’t tell. Could I have known that my deck needed resurfacing before my ...

Has your wood deck seen better days? When a natural wood deck is relatively new, it can be a beautiful, functional addition to a home, providing a stunning stage for outdoor entertaining, recreation ...

We have good news, though: We’ve created a guide for spring deck restoration that will show you how to perform (relatively) simple DIY deck repairs and get your deck ready for warmer weather. We also ...

I usually don't like to tackle a home improvement project until bloodshed or bankruptcy is imminent, but sometimes you just can't tell. Could I have known that my deck needed resurfacing before my ...