Your deck has survived another winter, and it, too, is ready for the sunshine. A thorough spring clean will not only revive your deck after months of frosty rain and a thick layer of autumn leaves but ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Cleaned deck, trees in background Did you know it's actually best to clean a deck without a pressure washer? Yes, using one will ...

Q: Every year I have some wood or composite decking to clean outside. This year, I need to clean and reseal a ramp that leads up into my outdoor shed. I also see conflicting information on the ...

The basics of refinishing a deck are pretty straightforward: Strip, clean, stain, repeat. It’s a tough chore that might take you several days to complete, one you’ll have to do every few years to keep ...

Q: Every year I've got some wood or composite decking to clean outside. This year I need to clean and reseal a ramp that leads up into my outdoor shed. I also see conflicting information on the ...

Q: We have a 16-year-old Trex deck that has a lot of green and reddish-brown staining. Everything we have read online recommends using only soap and water for cleaning and discourages pressure-washing ...

An outdoor deck provides great comfort and luxury for spring and summer outdoor entertaining. But, even the most well-constructed deck needs to be well-maintained and inspected every so often. Wood ...

Heat and sunshine can crack, warp, and splinter your deck. Read these tips to keep your deck from splintering in the summer ...

Homeowners weighing composite decking against pressure-treated lumber face a trade-off between higher upfront costs and lower maintenance. Composite boards resist rot, insects, and fading, often ...