Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Are you looking for a patio to provide extra space in your backyard for entertaining or just hanging out? You can make one from wood, or you can simply clear out an area and cover it with gravel. If ...

While it's generally not recommended to install a concrete patio during the winter months, it's not an impossible task. Concrete can be poured and allowed to cure even if it's very cold out. New ...

With just a few style updates, a concrete patio can quickly become your favorite spot to wind down. From adding potted plants to creating cut-out pathways, there are myriad ways to experiment with ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. sunny stamped concrete patio with red Adirondack chairs - Sheila Say/Shutterstock There are many benefits of using concrete as ...

On average, the cost to build a deck is about $7,900, while a patio can cost approximately $3,800. When considering a patio, homeowners will find that their choice of material influences the overall ...