Heading to the backyard with an ice cold beverage or grilling supplies and settling in on the deck or patio sounds like a perfect way to spend a sunny day. But the sun can become bothersome and ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Everyone is looking for some backyard shade these days, and the latest sun protection is a tensioned fabric canopy called a shade sail. Versions of these canopies originated in the 1990s in Australia ...

Your backyard beckons when the sun is out, but it’s tough to enjoy it during peak heat. If your patio, deck, or backyard doesn’t get much natural shade, there are plenty of ways to keep cool and make ...

Shade has always been a precious thing in the desert, but with increased energy costs and heightened environmental concerns, it's more valuable than ever. And there's a relatively new way to beat the ...

Shade Sails are partial canopies designed to keep your favorite outdoor chair shaded on hot sunny days. Here's a simple DIY plan to make your own shade sail using fabric, a sewing machine, and ...

Shade sails offer practical protection from the sun while also adding a little whimsy to your back porch. They provide more sun protection than a pergola, look more stylish than an awning and cost ...