Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Decks, patios, and porches play host to a wide range of outdoor activities during the warmer months. A season's worth of alfresco ...

Most homeowners don’t dislike cleaning — they dislike how complicated it becomes once different areas require different tools.

Wood balconies and decks take a beating in the desert sun and wet winters. A good cleaning might be all it needs to perk up. Because wood needs to breathe, it is not a good idea to seal exterior wood, ...

First things first. If your deck is looking somewhat dingy, you might consider pressure washing it. Here are quick DIY steps if you have a pressure washer—plus a CR Recommended pick if you plan to ...

Q. I have two decks at my home, one on top of the other. We love to sit on the lower deck to look out at the lake; however, the treated lumber floor joists above us are covered with a black and green ...

An exterior deck is a splendid addition that allows you to enjoy the outdoors for up to seven months of the year. But there’s a tremendous amount of misinformation in the building community about how ...

Q.I am having a spirited debate with my husband about how to clean a deck. The job doesn't seem that hard, but my husband wants to use a pressure washer, as he thinks it will save time. I want to use ...

My neighbor is ready to clean his wood deck. He’s also about to make a common mistake. “Time for the power wash,” he says. “That’ll get it good and clean.” Contrary to popular opinion, cleaning with a ...