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5 Extreme Lawn, Patio and Garden Cost-cutters Mar. 15, 2023
For some of us, there are few spring joys that are as soul-satisfying as a healthy, lush green lawn.... Read More
Vino Alfresco Aug. 09, 2022
Dining outside can be a treat, but it has a way of affecting how we enjoy our meals, which includes ... Read More
Improve Appearance of Limestone Patio With New Grout Nov. 11, 2021
Dear James: The mortar in my new limestone patio is deteriorated and looks bad. Can I remove and rep... Read More
Add Shading for Your Patio and Deck Aug. 12, 2021
Dear James: It gets too hot in the afternoon sun to use our deck, but we like being outdoors. Are th... Read More
7 Ways to Get Rid of Flies in the House Jul. 29, 2021
Flies are a nearly unavoidable nuisance in most homes, especially during the warmer months of the ye... Read More
July 11, 2021 Jul. 11, 2021
Dear Annie: I am an African-American female and have never been faced with this problem, and I reall... Read More
Add a Softer Layer Over Your Patio and Deck for Comfort Jun. 10, 2021
Dear James: My old deck and patio have gotten worn and rough over the years. Instead of having expen... Read More
Select Proper Fastener When Working on Old Deck Jun. 04, 2020
Dear James: I have built a few decks and used nails, but they eventually get loose, pop up and look ... Read More
Outdoor Space Sep. 21, 2019
Nearly every home has some sort of an outdoor space, from a generous terrace and backyard area to a ... Read More
Ant Invasion Jun. 26, 2019
Q: Our landscape has been invaded by ants. Actually, the ants aren't out in the landscape but instea... Read More
Many Attractive Do-It-Yourself Patio Materials Apr. 04, 2019
Dear James: I have a deck in the backyard, but I would also like to build a patio on a level area ad... Read More
Summer Rooms Apr. 26, 2017
Nothing is as delicious as an outdoor room for summer! Of course, if you live in mosquito country, y... Read More
Getting Ready for Spring Use of Outdoor Spaces Mar. 15, 2017
Want to shake the winter doldrums? With rain and snow sticking around, anticipating how you might in... Read More
Build a Simple Brick Barbecue Without Mortar Aug. 04, 2016
Dear James: I grill on the propane barbecue for quick meals. For entertaining, I would like an attra... Read More
Outdoor Summer Spaces Jun. 22, 2016
Summer is officially here, and it's time to claim whatever outdoor space you have available. From an... Read More
Compact Garden Accents Mar. 23, 2016
There are several hot new ideas available these days for compact gardens. Even in the tiniest urban ... Read More
Condo, Town House, Patio Home Dec. 15, 2013
Dear Ms. Lank: Would you please clarify the differences among the following: condo, town house, pati... Read More
