Dear James: I could use a long bench on my deck to use when entertaining. Are there low-cost, simple-to-build bench designs that I could make myself? -- Mark B. Dear Mark: Building a deck bench is one ...

When it comes to making the most of a smaller outdoor space, functional furniture is the way to go. Outdoor furniture can add leisure and relaxation to your time in the great outdoors. It gives you a ...

Are you about to build a deck by yourself? Perhaps you’re going to hire a professional. My guess is you don’t know as much about the process as you should know. Add to the mix the cable TV shows that ...