Nearly 70 percent of homeowners spend more time outside after completing a landscaping project, according to a 2018 Houzz survey. While this is not a new trend, upgrading the backyard and the curb ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

National studies show that people of the Midwest spend more on outdoor living products than people in any other area of the country, said Mike Haumersen, outdoor living specialist with Belgard ...

Q. This year I plan to build a patio with precast concrete pavers. I'd like to know any tips you can share about this project. How much dirt do I need to remove? Do the pavers just go on the dirt? How ...

Aside from style alone, few people know how to choose between stone, brick, or concrete pavers for their patio. But making the right estimates and consulting with pros before buying can save you both ...

Question: I have decided to use patio pavers to build a nice outdoor space. Can you tell me how to install them? What should I be concerned about if I want a patio that looks good and is as ...

QDEAR TIM: I'm planning a paver patio and want to be ready to go when the weather is favorable. I can't afford to hire a contractor. Will brick pavers make a durable patio, or should I lean toward ...