Get ready for outdoor gatherings and hangouts with this quick guide By Sharlene Breakey, Janet Siroto As the weather warms up, getting your yard and deck prepped for outdoor gatherings becomes a ...

Formulating a homemade deck cleaner or patio scrub is not only simple, but it's often more economically and ecologically friendly than what you find in the aisle of your grocery store. Next time it's ...

An outdoor deck sees lots of traffic. Muddy shoes, spilled food, and wet dogs can leave it dirty, stained, and smelly. Even if the deck isn't a party platform, it's up against the elements—pollen, ...