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 ...

X marks the spot! X-shaped deck railing, like this example from @londondeckingcompany, offers appealing clean, modern lines.

After spending the past few months at home on lockdown, a lot of people in Seattle have realized a hard truth: Their deck could use some love. When done right, decks and patios can extend your living ...

There’s a lot to building a deck. And if you want to build your own deck or renovate one, you’ll find much of the advice centers on building codes and topics like laying out floor joists or how to lay ...

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 ...

A wood deck is subjected to continuous foot traffic, moisture, and seasonal changes in temperature. Early indicators of ...

In my time building decks in the Pacific Northwest, some themes have emerged. After a while, you can tell at a glance when a deck will have problems down the road. Here are some of the major lessons ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. With spring around the corner, people will be itching to get out of the house and spend some time in nature. One of the more popular areas to ...