Though both decks and patios are great options to consider, choosing one over the other can be a challenge, and that’s where this guide comes in! We’ll walk you through a deck vs patio comparison to help you choose the more suitable option for your needs. Without further ado, let’s jump right in! Deck vs …
There’s a fine line when it comes to a porch vs patio in the world of interior design. More often than not, people use both terms interchangeably, not knowing the real difference between them. When it gets down to it, though, patios and porches are as different as night and day. The only thing in …
Whether you’re decorating for the holidays or installing year-round lighting to bring your backyard to life after dark, nothing is quite as easy as installing string lights to radically enhance your outdoor living space! We’ve put together this complete buying guide to help you find the best waterproof outdoor string lights you can get. In …
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – lighting is one of the easiest ways to control the atmosphere in your backyard. It can change the whole feel of your outdoor living space with a minimal amount of effort. It’s like magic. It doesn’t matter if you’re decorating for the holidays or setting …
Since its conception and later introduction in the 1980s, vinyl fences have become an increasingly popular alternative to wood, metal, and brick. With fencing in particular, vinyl has become one of the leading materials used both in commercial and home fences. Regarding the latter, there are countless vinyl fence ideas that have been incorporated into …
Are you looking to update your outdoor living space? If so, I have the perfect list of brick patio ideas that are going to give your backyard the facelift it deserves! Yes, working with bricks does take some work and effort, but I promise you are going to love your new patio when you are …
If you want to add some vibrant characters and color to your landscaping or outdoor living space, then these tire planter ideas are just what you need. By using old tires to decorate with you are keeping them out of the landfill, so you are helping keep our environment healthier. Plus, as you will see …
Looking to create an oasis for the birds flying into your backyard? Check out these DIY bird bath ideas to transform your backyard or front into a little resting place for your flying friends. Let’s get creative with fun and different ways to use a bird bath or make a homemade bird bath for your …
Autumn is the time for raking leaves, carving pumpkins, and potting colorful assortments of mums. Do you find yourself searching for extra space to grow and display your potted plants? If so, why not consider an outdoor shelving unit for your patio or deck? We can suggest some fabulous free-standing foldable shelves made of bamboo …
Whether you’re living out a childhood dream of having a secret fort or want to be prepared in case of an emergency, learning how to build an underground room in your backyard is an exciting project. Although not all backyards are ideal for digging an underground room, if you have the right conditions and follow …
Every little kid dreams of having a treehouse that they can play in and have a special place to call their own, which is why, in this article, we’ve compiled of list of the most beautiful and fascinating treehouse ideas available! You will get so much satisfaction once you complete the project and you see …
The big task of staining your deck either for the first time or maintaining the quality of your existing deck should be a planned venture. The weather is one thing we cannot control, but it does pay to listen to the forecasts and perhaps err on the side of caution when undertaking to stain your …