A well-designed porch is a great place to relax and get some fresh air. If you have an open porch or patio, adding a roof can increase your comfort by adding shade and protection from the elements. The type of porch roof you build depends on the style of your home, the look you’re after, and your local building codes....
Why have wasted space in the backyard? For many families the backyard is destined for the children, so they can play freely, throw balls, and ride their bikes. Children are a priority, we all agree. But why not save some backyard space for a deck, where families can enjoy meals together, and have outside room to rest and entertain? We...
A front porch is part of American tradition. It’s where neighbors gather to chat, parents sit to watch their kids play, and the elderly like to sit on a rocking chair to read and rest. It is your home’s first impression, and you want it to look nice and welcoming. Even if you have a small house, a front porch...
Having a concrete patio on the back of your house gives you the perfect place for developing your outdoor living space. The concrete is sturdy, durable, and long-lasting. The problem with concrete is that it’s not very attractive. Leaving your concrete bare can bring down your entire outdoor design. Thankfully, there are several ways you can dress up your concrete...
“True luxury is being able to own your time – to be able to take a walk, sit on your porch, read the paper, not take the call, not be compelled by obligation.” -Ashton Kutcher Few things are more pleasing than relaxing on the porch with a book and a beverage on a lazy summer afternoon. But creating the perfect...
“I'm an old-fashioned guy... I want to be an old man with a beer belly sitting on a porch, looking at a lake or something.” - Johnny Depp Having a back porch on your property can give you an outdoor space to enjoy. Done well, and it can add value to your home. Your back porch doesn’t need to be...
Having an outdoor living room or kitchen is great for the outdoor living lifestyle. However, if you want to take your outdoor enjoyment up a notch, what you need is a hot tub. They are better than a swimming pool because their small size makes them easier to fill and maintain. They also don’t take up as much room, so...
“Spending time outdoors makes you feel great.” - Elizabeth Hurley You’ve worked hard to turn your boring concrete patio into a lovely outdoor living space. Perhaps it’s an outdoor kitchen or a cozy outdoor room designed for entertaining with sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There’s just one thing missing, a roof. There are patio cover ideas that can...
Do you have outdoor wooden furniture? If you have not waterproofed it, you wasted your money. Without the proper protection, your wood furniture is susceptible to water that will cause it to rot, splinter, and crack. This will ruin the wood’s look and shorten its useful life. Follow this guide and learn how to waterproof wood furniture for the outdoors....
”Spending time outdoors makes you feel great.” - Elizabeth Hurley What does your backyard look like? If you have a dull and bland-looking outdoor patio, then you are overdue for a glow-up. The best way to approach it is from the floor up. Once you have your patio flooring handled, you can decide how you want to use the space....
