To extend the life of your deck railing, pay attention to the fasteners and metal connectors. When possible, use stainless steel. This is vitally important if you construct a deck railing that is ...

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Q: I have a problem with our deck railings. When it’s cold in winter, the wood contracts, so the vertical balusters don’t fit snugly into the horizontal handrail. Some have popped out. And the ...

DEAR TIM: I read your recent column about building stairs for a deck. I can handle that, but I’m worried about how to make all the complex cuts required for the deck stair railing. Can you give me a ...

Dreaming of the perfect deck can feel a bit like a fantasy, especially when you're fixated on a specific budget. If you're trying to give your home a modern minimalist upgrade without breaking the ...

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Your deck is where you bring your indoor living outdoors—where you grill and dine, relax with family and friends, play with pets. You might use it as a gym, camp-craft studio, or even a home office on ...

I just built a cedar deck railing. I was going to paint it and call it a day, but now my wife wants me to stain it to show off the wood's texture and color. That sounds like a lot more maintenance ...

You've removed or covered all the furniture and stashed the grill. But take this step before things freeze and thaw to save ...

When you picture yourself relaxing at home in your happy place, you may very well envision lounging on your deck. But when it comes to deck ideas to reinvigorate the oft overlooked renovation spot, ...

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