Her step-by-step paver patio build proves you don't need a landscaper — or a big budget.

DIYer and woodworker April Wilkerson builds a covered patio in a multi-part DIY porch series.

A paver patio can transform your backyard into an elevated outdoor oasis, so whether you want to create a cozy outdoor living area for your family or a spacious entertainment spot for hosting guests, ...

Spacious patio with patio furniture placed on it. - Joanne Dale/Getty Images There are plenty of reasons why a homeowner might want to build a patio in their backyard or off the side of their home. It ...

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 ...

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 ...

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Q. This year I plan to build a patio with precast concrete pavers. I'd like to know any tips you can share about this project. How much dirt do I need to remove? Do the pavers just go on the dirt? How ...

Your pint-sized patio doesn't need to be bare and boring. Check out some of our favorite budget-friendly ideas for small ...

There’s something soothing about brick patios and sidewalks, which is something I learned while installing a patio for my dear, departed mother-in-law. It was 50 years ago, before I was married, when ...