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Home improvement expert April Wilkerson enhances her outdoor living area by constructing a stylish and protective overhead ...

Question: We have a large raised sun deck in our backyard and we were hoping to make it not-so-sunny at times. It often is too hot in the sun and we end up back inside with the air-conditioning. How ...

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Hi, I’m digital design writer Zoë Sessums. Follow along each week as I try my hand at a DIY project in and around my house. I’ll cover the inspiration, expert advice, and step-by-step plans of ...

Q: I’d like a new deck. Should I DIY it or hire a professional? A: With the increasing focus on expanded outdoor living spaces, it’s no wonder that interest in deck-building is also on the rise. At ...