A durable patio is undoubtedly something you strive for in your yard, so be sure to choose the right gravel options that ...

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You only get three months of summer each year. That’s three months to really make the most of your outdoor living areas.

Upgrade your patio with DIY furniture. It may seem daunting to try to build your own furniture but we'll show you the way with plans for each piece.

For a 100-square-foot DIY concrete patio, you could save between $250 and $900. If you don’t have experience working with concrete, it’s best to hire a professional for this home improvement project.

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If you notice the crack is a half-inch wide or smaller, you can consider a DIY ... and patios, and use wire mesh or rebar for large slabs. Plant trees and shrubs away from the concrete so that ...

Photo Credit: Brett and Sue Coulstock / Flickr / CC BY 2.0 If you’re handy with tools and don’t mind working with stones, bricks, and concrete, you can save between $4 and $18 per square foot (labor ...

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Amateur DIYers use it for DIY projects of all kinds ... It depends on your project, but odds are you’ll need to use concrete. Pouring a patio in the backyard? Concrete. Setting posts for ...