Q: Our vacation house has vintage Trex decking. After a few years, it became horribly ugly, and no amount of cleaning or brightening ever did more than just lighten the stains. More than five years ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Traditional wood decking can be beautiful—picture the silvery-gray patina of aged cedar—but one thing is ...

About 80 percent of homeowners who install decks use real wood, according to Consumer Reports. While some stains can trim the work required to maintain wood, CR’s latest tests show that synthetic ...

When planning a deck project, choosing the right material is key to the enjoyment and value you’ll get from your outdoor living space. Today, there are more choices in decking materials than ever ...

When it comes to decking, you have a number of choices. Composite decking has become increasingly popular, as it offers numerous advantages over traditional wood decking. It’s easier to maintain, for ...

In early 2020, my family and I hired pros to tear off the stone steps, wrapped with a waist-height rock wall, at the back of our house. The steps were nearly 100 years old, and the entire fixture was ...