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.

Wood is quite durable, but most types of wood patio furniture need to be oiled or sealed periodically — every year or so — to keep from cracking. A few types of wood can handle all types of ...

You can even make your own PVC pipe patio furniture ... comes at a cost, as furniture grade PVC is typically more expensive than standard PVC pipes. Its reduced structural strength compared to ...

Living on the patio this summer? You can, if you make the most of your outdoor space. A patio or porch can become like a second living room if you have the right furniture and rugs and other ...

The cabana-style patio cover is the most common, true roof type of cover, and it’s built with wood beams and covered with beadboard or a similar style of paneling. Keep things beachy with a teak ...

If your neighbor newly erected a fence between you that doesn't match your side's aesthetic, you'll likely want to know if ...

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Wood stain can bring new life to old or unfinished furniture. Staining wood furniture offers an opportunity to update and alter the appearance of favorite wood pieces to suit your room’s decor ...

The Mountain fire has torn through more than 20,000 acres and destroyed more than 130 structures in Ventura County. “It’s ...

Christa Glennie is a former restaurant professional who has logged nearly two decades as a writer and editor covering people and trends in food, drink, dining, and agriculture. She's the food ...

Perrone said the roughly 200-seat restaurant’s location offers a unique opportunity to expand outside seating, where there’s already a covered bar and patio ... below. Plans are still being ...