Ready to build that new deck? Before you get started, it is important to consider not only what you want your deck to be built out of but how exactly the law needs you to build your deck. Larger decks often face strict regulations at the state, city, and municipality level. Which can, on the […]

What to Know Before You Shop for Materials Picking out materials at your local lumber yard can be the most exciting part of your DIY project. Whether you’re building a new deck, patio cover, garden box or fence, purchasing your wood and other materials means you’re ready to get to work. However, it’s important to […]

If you’re thinking of adding to or changing the landscape in your yard or garden, you probably already have a vision of how you’d like it to look and what outdoor building materials you will use. There’s no “perfect” way to build landscaping features – the perfect outcome depends largely on personal preference and the […]

Your garden is a point of pride for your home. You grow your own food in a garden box, watch seasonal flowers bloom, and enjoy the hummingbirds that gather to sample the goods. Your garden, though, is more than a food and flower factory. It’s a living space and an important part of the personality […]

A traditional fence will never truly go “out of style.” The classic white picket fence – once a staple for every home – might not be as popular as in days past, but still enjoys its place in Americana – think of the classic beach cottages of New England or a traditional home in the […]

Install Your Fence Like a Pro Installing a new fence doesn’t always require a professional contractor to get the job done. More complicated fencing – like hardwood fences and mixed material fences – should involve a professional, but if you plan to install a basic fence, it’s a relatively simple DIY procedure – if you […]

There’s nothing quite like gazing into nature. We are drawn to the outdoors, even when we’re indoors. That’s why we’re willing to pay a premium for a hotel room “with a view,” and even more so for a home with a view. If you are lucky enough to have a great view in your home, […]

Choose Your Cover Sometimes, you just need a little time in the shade – especially if you live in Southern California. Our daily sunshine can be relentless, especially in the summer months when the mercury starts to rise. If you have a patio – or plan on building one soon – you may want to […]

The summer sun is back! That means one thing, enjoying the long days outside in your happy place – the patio. Something, however, is missing from your home outside your home: a patio cover. There are a lot of benefits to covering your patio. Protecting your patio from harsh U/V light will increase its longevity […]

Anyone in the market for a new deck knows that finding the right material for the job can be difficult. Each option has pros and cons, and everyone has their preference. In the past, wood was the simple choice for decking projects, mostly because there were very few alternatives. That said, it wasn’t the only one. […]