Expert Advice on Home Improvement

When cleaning your patio furniture, a mixture of soap and water works best on most types, followed by rinsing with a garden hose. A pressure washer set on low can be used to speed up the process. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

A number of high-density urethane building products are available from Fypon that can be cut and finished just like wood while providing added resistance to decay and termites. Products include turned spindles for porches, ceiling medallions, and easy to install crown moldings that don’t require mitering. Watch this video.

To liven up a bland concrete patio, start by thoroughly cleaning the surface with a pressure washer, then give it character by cutting a series of shallow lines into it. After laying out the pattern for the lines, cut them into the concrete using a circular saw equipped with a masonry blade and using a board a guide. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

A pool house was added to provide and a bathroom and changing facilities without having to go into the house. The privacy fence for the outside shower was made from a dense tropical wood called ipê, which is naturally resistant to rot and decay. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

To keep your pool area free from unwanted leaves and insects, a custom built, aluminum framework can be erected over your entire pool and covered with durable screening. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

Cleaning your gas grill is important to its lifespan. To clean it properly you should remove the grates from the grill, spray them with liquid cleaner, and allow them to soak before scraping the debris off with a wire brush. You should also make sure to clean the burner holes with a toothpick. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

Thompson’s Exterior Multi-Surface Cleaner with oxy-foaming action is formulated to remove dirt, mildew, and other stains from a variety of outside surfaces including wood and composite decks, concrete, masonry, and even some fabrics. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

When designing an outdoor kitchen for your home, be sure to use weather resistant materials and provide a way to vent the smoke from the grill out of enclosed areas. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.

We’re adding a sunroom with impact resistant glass, two porches, a covered deck, and a swimming pool to this home with a beautiful view overlooking Mobile Bay on the Alabama Gulf Coast. Read more to see how it was done. Read in full.

Whether it’s cooking on the grill, planting a garden, or simply relaxing in a hammock under a shade tree, homeowner’s love their yards. Read more for tips and some cool products that can help you get the most out of the great outdoors at your home. Read in full.