An outdoor deck sees lots of traffic. Muddy shoes, spilled food, and wet dogs can leave it dirty, stained, and smelly. Even if the deck isn't a party platform, it's up against the elements—pollen, ...

A pressure washer could become your most valuable tool on chore day, helping you tackle a range of tasks in record time. That includes reviving a tired, old wood deck in less than 30 minutes, as this ...

In the last few weeks I have done a couple of deck restorations for some of my Denver-area carpentry clients. The first deck was a relatively new hardwood deck, which I have cared for in the past. It ...

Each autumn, leaves fall from above to signal the changing of the seasons. But if you’ve got a wood deck, the leaves also signal trouble ahead. As leaves, pine needles and other tree-canopy debris ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and dinner is sizzling on the grill — there's nothing like spending a gorgeous evening outside in ...

Q. I have two decks at my home, one on top of the other. We love to sit on the lower deck to look out at the lake; however, the treated lumber floor joists above us are covered with a black and green ...

Q Our wood deck is under several large pine trees. Sap dripping from the trees has caused some ugly staining. We also have stains caused by planters, and the general appearance of the wood is a dismal ...

A deck may feel like an extension of your indoor living space, but it’s still exposed to the elements all year long. The best deck cleaners can remove the dirt, stains, mildew, and discoloration that ...