Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Decks, patios, and porches play host to a wide range of outdoor activities during the warmer months. A season's worth of alfresco ...

Decks play host to a wide range of outdoor activities during the warmer months. A season's worth of alfresco cooking, dining, and entertaining can easily dirty the surface with spots from grill grease ...

Q: My redwood deck is about 2 years old and needs a good cleaning. Which product would you recommend to clean a redwood deck and what sealant should I use? I like a clear, natural finish. A: You're ...

If you don't clean the underside, mold and mildew can build up and compromise the deck's integrity. You can clean the underside of the deck with a DIY cleaning solution, or a pressure washer. Cleaning ...

Most homeowners don’t dislike cleaning — they dislike how complicated it becomes once different areas require different tools. A separate setup for washing the car. Another for the driveway or ...

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 ...

Your deck might be only a few years old and still drag your whole backyard down if it looks tired, dirty, or poorly ...