After months of rain, snow or just being ignored, most patios need more than a quick dust-off before they’re ready for warmer weather. Whether you’ve got a full backyard setup or a tiny balcony, now’s ...

We have a nice bluestone patio in the back yard. It gets dirty, from leaves which fall from nearby trees and then don’t get immediately swept up, from general wear, from NY dirty rain etc…. How can I ...

Essential for shade and staying out of the sun’s harmful rays, no backyard should be without an expansive parasol. But if yours is looking a little dull and in need of a spruce up then it’s time to ...

Clean your patio by removing debris, sweeping, and washing away pollen. Clean outdoor furniture after removing it from storage, using gentle soap. Check for damage by looking for soft spots, cracks or ...

Here are some of the topics posted on The Forum today: Free Birch Wood Built-Ins (above) Removing Concrete Slab How to Clean Bluestone Patio? Help with Running Network Cable in Wall Anyone Purchased a ...

Q: I recently had a flagstone patio installed in my backyard. I love the patio, but I also love having my bird feeder, so the flagstones are covered with bird poop. I routinely take down the feeder at ...