

How to Pour a Concrete Slab Successfully: 31 Tips
Building a shed this spring? Before you can even think about raising the walls, it’s imperative to have a solid...

When and How to Change Oil In a Lawn Mower
Simple steps to keep your mower running smoothly all season.

How To Build a Deck Over a Concrete Patio
The ultimate solution for a hopeless slab.

How To Build a Stone-Top Patio Table
Spruce up your patio with a custom table built from beautiful natural materials that won't cost you an arm and...

25 Money-Saving Hints for Your Lawn and Garden
Get creative with these tips and save money in the garden, from sowing seeds and watering plants to protecting your...


14 Tips for Dealing with Leaf Clean Up Like a Pro
Take a few minutes to read the following tips for how to get rid of leaves to save yourself hours...

Tips for Buying a Walk-Behind Lawn Mower
Whether you're buying your first mower or replacing an old one, navigating the maze of models and features can be...


A How-To Guide for Fence Restoration
Shabby to handsome in three easy steps


How to Select the Best Trex Decking Colors for Your Outdoor Space
Here are some tips and tricks on choosing the Trex decking colors that will best complement your home.

Why Is My Lawnmower Smoking?
From troubleshooting easy fixes to performing essential maintenance, here's what to do if your lawnmower starts puffing out smoke.

10 Pretty Purple Flowers That’ll Make Your Garden Pop
Add a splash of purple to your landscape with some bountiful blooms. Whether you're looking for annuals or perennials, here...


How to Build a Canoe
We know what you're thinking: "I'd love to build a canoe, but this is just too big and too difficult...

How to Landscape Your New Deck
A deck is a convenient and comfortable place to spend time outdoors. Make it more welcoming with landscaping, that creates...

From Bland to Grand: A Deck Transformation
A replacement deck offers many advantages over its predecessor, including looks, function and ease of maintenance. Most of all, it's...


How to Build a Backyard Waterfall
Build this simple, attractive backyard waterfall in less than a day.


Lawn Sweepers: Worth It or Waste of Space?
Put away your rake and gather up leaves, acorns and grass in a heartbeat!

5 Best Organic Weed Killers That Are Safe for the Yard, According to an Expert
Ready to make the switch to an organic weed killer that's safe for the environment, your family and your pets?...


How to Install an Attic Lift
Send heavy loads to the attic—with the press of a button

15 Best Amazon Patio Furniture Pieces and Sets to Complete Your Backyard
Get prepared for outdoor gatherings by snatching up these Amazon patio furniture pieces and sets to create the ideal backyard...

The 6 Best Mouse Repellents, Tested by an Editor
Need a safe, natural mouse repellent? Pick up one of these editor-tested products to keep mice away.

10 Enchanting Fairy Garden Kits
It doesn't matter if you're looking to lure magical fairies or just want to add some fun to your garden,...

Companion Planting: Why You Should Grow These Plants Side-by-Side
Part science and part folklore, companion planting has long been used by gardeners, who pair specific plants for their mutual...


How to Reseed Your Lawn
How to kill off the old grass and seed a healthy new lawn


10 Incredible Hummingbird Species You Could See in Your Backyard
Some 350 hummingbird species make their home in North and South America. Brightly colored and incredibly fast, these tiny birds...

10 Flower Bed Ideas for Full Sun
You can have a beautiful garden without a lot of work. As proof, here are 10 ideas for full sun flower...

Liquid Lawn Fertilizer Guide
What's the difference between liquid and granular lawn fertilizer? Find out here.

10+ Tips to Help You Grow a Great Raised Bed Garden
Here's everything you need to elevate your harvest with a raised bed garden. Watch your garden flourish!