So you went big-time and bought that super deluxe multi-burner barbecue grill for your summer entertaining, and now its time to fire it up and start enjoying all of the bounty it will provide. But ...

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 ...

The layout of your deck sleepers will depend on the layout of your decking. If you want a standard decking design — all the deck boards running one direction — all you need are rows of parallel ...

Houses are money pits. Between the taxes, the maintenance, and the repairs, it’s a wonder anyone can afford to own one. One way to save money on home-related expenses is to take on some home repair ...

POP Projects is a collection of new and classic projects from more than a century of Popular Mechanics. Master skills, get tool recommendations, and, most importantly, build something of your very own ...

This brick plaza has been in service for many decades in harsh New England weather. You can build one similar to this with my help. (Tim Carter/TNS) Perspective by Tim Carter There’s something ...

A yard is nice, but a well-designed patio can make an outdoor space really sing. Infinitely customizable, they’re great spots to grill, chill, entertain and exercise. They’re low maintenance, ...

Now that summer has arrived and we're all enjoying our patios and yards more often, it's time to boost your BBQ game. You can start by building this raised patio cooler and storage bin. Brad Rodriguez ...

Adding a patio to your yard gives you a custom-made area for relaxing or dining with family and friends, and it can also increase the value of your home by as much as 10 percent. There are lots of ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The biggest concern for any woodworking project should be safety—especially if you're building something that will see a lot of ...

Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Houses are money pits. Between the taxes, the maintenance, and the repairs, it’s a wonder anyone can afford to own one. One way to ...