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Deck, Patio & Porch
12 Landscaping Features That Might Annoy Your Neighbors
![9 cans of deck paint lined up on a table](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Best-Deck-Paints.jpg?w=453)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Deck Paints, Tested and Reviewed
![7 different bottles of deck cleaner lined up on a wooden deck](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/The-Best-Deck-Cleaners-1.jpg?w=675)
Cleaning Supplies
Testing the Best Deck Cleaners
![The 6 best solid deck stains next to a stained board during testing.](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/The-Best-Solid-Deck-Stain-Options.jpg?w=600)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Solid Deck Stains of 2024 to Protect and Revitalize, Tested
![The Best Deck Sealer Options](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/The-Best-Deck-Sealer-Options-1.jpg?w=568)
Deck, Patio & Porch
8 of the Best Deck Sealers, Tested
![A group of the best fire pit tables on a cement patio near a wooded area.](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/The-Best-Fire-Pit-Tables-Options.jpg?w=675)
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The Best Fire Pit Tables for the Backyard, Patio, or Deck, Tested
![The WoodLink Heritage Farms Squirrel-Resistant Feeder filled with seed during testing.](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/The-Best-Bird-Feeders-for-Cardinals-Review.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
WoodLink Bird Feeder Review: Heritage Farms Squirrel-Resistant Feeder
![Colorful corners of the best shade sails on a lawn before testing.](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/The-Best-Shade-Sails-Options.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Shade Sails for Your Patio, Deck, or Yard, Tested
![A person pressure washes a deck.](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Cost-to-Pressure-Wash-a-Deck.jpg?w=800)
Deck, Patio & Porch
How Much Does It Cost to Pressure-Wash a Deck? (2024 Guide)
![A shaded stamped concrete patio surrounded by greenery with a small patio table and two chairs.](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Stamped_Concrete_Patio_Cost_1318519423.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
Here’s How a Stamped Concrete Patio Costs in 2024
![25 Ways to Upgrade Your Outdoor Living Space for Almost Nothing](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/19_DIY_Outdoor_Projects_on_a_Budget.jpg?w=621)
Deck, Patio & Porch
25 Ways to Upgrade Your Outdoor Living Space for Almost Nothing
![11 Mistakes Most People Make with a Power Washer](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/cover-6.jpeg?w=641)
Cleaning & Organizing
11 Mistakes Most People Make with a Power Washer
![23 Design Ideas to Make Your Deck a Destination](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/deck-design-16.png?w=621)
Deck, Patio & Porch
23 Design Ideas to Make Your Deck a Destination
![22 Sneaky Storage Solutions for Your Deck, Porch, and Patio](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Wayfair-Sneaky-Storage-Two-Person-Bistro-Set.jpg?w=621)
Deck, Patio & Porch
22 Sneaky Storage Solutions for Your Deck, Porch, and Patio
![A close up of a person using a tool to repair a deck.](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Deck_Repair_Cost_25883489.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
How Much Does Deck Repair Cost? (2024 Guide)
![Outdoor Dining Set Options](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/outdoor_dining_set.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Outdoor Dining Sets to Add to Your Porch or Patio
![The Best Deck Stain Options](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/The-Best-Deck-Stains-Options.jpg?w=574)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Deck Stains for a Restored Outdoor Space
![eco friendly bioclimatic aluminum pergola shade structure, awning and patio shades](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Best-Patio-Shades.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Patio Shades for Protecting Your Outdoor Space from the Sun
![A colorful array of the best patio umbrellas options folded down and packed together tightly](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/The-Best-Patio-Umbrellas-Options.jpg?w=800)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Patio Umbrellas for a Shaded Outdoor Space
![The Best Misting System set up around an outdoor seating area on a deck to cool the space and mist hanging plants.](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/best-misting-systems-for-patios-options.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Misting Systems to Keep Your Patio Cool and Comfortable
![One of the best outdoor shades installed at the edge of a balcony patio to provide privacy from the yard.](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Best-Outdoor-Shades.jpeg?w=728)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Outdoor Shades for Privacy and Temperature Control
![A selection of the best outdoor thermometers](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/The-Best-Outdoor-Thermometer-Options-e1708114097274.jpg?w=650)
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The Best Outdoor Thermometers Tested and Reviewed
![The Best Outdoor Furniture Brands Options](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/The-Best-Outdoor-Furniture-Brands-Options.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Outdoor Furniture Brands of 2024
![The Best Charcoal Grill Options](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_2059-2.jpg?w=600)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Charcoal Grills Tested in 2024
![The Best Kerosene Heater Options](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/The-Best-Kerosene-Heater-Options.jpg?w=629)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Kerosene Heaters for Your Outdoor Oasis
![The Intex 28429E PureSpa Plus 4 Person Hot Tub set up on a cement patio next to an outdoor dining area.](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Best_Inflatable_Hot_Tub_Option.jpg?w=644)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Inflatable Hot Tubs for Your Backyard Oasis
![15 Ways to Warm Up to Outdoor Living in Fall](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/easy_fire_log.jpg?w=621)
Deck, Patio & Porch
15 Ways to Warm Up to Outdoor Living in Fall
![A person using a push broom to distribute the best polymeric sand between cement patio pavers.](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Best_Polymeric_Sand.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Polymeric Sand for Your Next Patio Project
![Lit carved pumpkins on grass](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/MarkOviatt-how-to-preserve-a-pumpkin-carved-lit-carved-pumpkins-on-grass.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
How to Preserve Pumpkins Without Harming Wildlife
![How to Paint a Deck](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/deck-painting.jpg?w=650)
Deck, Patio & Porch
How To: Paint a Deck (From Preparation to Restoration)
![10 Cheap Ways to Bring the Beach to the Backyard](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/beach-glass.jpeg?w=622)
Deck, Patio & Porch
10 Cheap Ways to Bring the Beach to the Backyard
![The Best Outdoor Furniture for Under $100](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/patio-set.jpg?w=649)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Outdoor Furniture for Under $100
![10 Genius Ways to Make Your Backyard a Blast](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/floating-golf.jpg?w=650)
Deck, Patio & Porch
10 Genius Ways to Make Your Backyard a Blast
![14 American-Made Buys for Your Outdoor Living Area](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/made_in_usa_planter.jpg?w=621)
Deck, Patio & Porch
14 American-Made Buys for Your Outdoor Living Area
![11 Low-Cost Buys to Boost a Boring Backyard](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/boring-backyard-cover.jpg?w=650)
Deck, Patio & Porch
11 Low-Cost Buys to Boost a Boring Backyard
![Design Ideas to Steal from 10 Amazing Outdoor Kitchens](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/cover_outdoor_kitchens.jpg?w=621)
Deck, Patio & Porch
Design Ideas to Steal from 10 Amazing Outdoor Kitchens
![Visual 1 - HomeAdvisor - Concrete Patio Cost - Cost Range + Average - July 2023](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Visual-1-HomeAdvisor-Concrete-Patio-Cost-Cost-Range-Average-July-2023.png?w=600)
Deck, Patio & Porch
How Much Does a Concrete Patio Cost to Build?
![Visual 1 - HomeAdvisor - Paver Patio Cost - Cost Range + Average - June 2023](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Visual-1-HomeAdvisor-Paver-Patio-Cost-Cost-Range-Average-June-2023.png?w=600)
Building & Installing
How Much Does a Paver Patio Cost?
![Visual 1 - HomeAdvisor - How Much Does it Cost to Build a Deck - Cost Range + Average - May 2023](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Visual-1-HomeAdvisor-How-Much-Does-it-Cost-to-Build-a-Deck-Cost-Range-Average-May-2023.png?w=600)
Building & Installing
How Much Does It Cost to Build a Deck?
![The 14 Best Places to Buy Patio Furniture in 2024](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Patio.png?w=600)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The 14 Best Places to Buy Patio Furniture in 2024
![A couple clinking glasses while reclining comfortably in the best patio chairs option](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/best_patio_chairs-main.jpg?w=634)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Patio Chairs for Outdoor Living
![The best wind chime option hanging in the foreground with a wooden hutch, dishes, and plants in the background](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Best-Wind-Chimes.jpg?w=638)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Wind Chimes
![The Best Adirondack Chairs Option placed looking at a lake and a small outdoor firepit](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Best-Adirondack-Chairs-Picks.jpeg?w=605)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Adirondack Chairs
![The Best Porch Swings Option hanging in a yard](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/best_porch_swings-main.jpg?w=637)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Porch Swings
![Before & After: A Drab Concrete Patio Becomes a Chic Outdoor Living Space](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/split-before-after-patio-tile.jpg?w=621)
Deck, Patio & Porch
Before & After: A Drab Concrete Patio Becomes a Chic Outdoor Living Space
![DIY Deck](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/iStock-1368087395.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
Building a Basic Deck? Top Tips for DIYers
![Package Theft](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Package-Theft.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
How To Prevent Package Theft: 10 Proven Steps to Keep Deliveries Safe
![The Best Wood Pellets Option](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Best_Wood_Pellets.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Wood Pellets for Smoking
![how to hang a hammock](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/iStock-1300959135.jpg?w=676)
Deck, Patio & Porch
How to Hang a Hammock
![How to Restore a Weathered Deck](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/How-to-Restore-a-Weathered-Deck.jpg?w=680)
Deck, Patio & Porch
How To Restore a Weathered Deck
![screen in porch](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/screenedpatio2.jpg?w=675)
Building & Installing
9 Things to Know Before You Screen In a Porch
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Deck, Patio & Porch
The Dos and Don’ts of Sealing the Deck
![The Best Patio Furniture Options for Your Outdoor Space](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Best_Patio_Furniture.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Patio Furniture
![The Best Deck Design Software Options](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/The-Best-Deck-Design-Software-Option.jpg?w=675)
Building & Installing
The Best Deck Design Software
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Deck, Patio & Porch
Power Washing Services: Are They Worth Paying For?
![Gas vs. Charcoal Grills: Which is Right for Your Backyard Cookout?](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Gas_vs_Charcoal_Grills.jpg?w=681)
Deck, Patio & Porch
Gas vs. Charcoal Grill: Which One is Right for You?
![DIY hammock](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/diy-hammock.jpg?w=621)
Deck, Patio & Porch
12 Clever Ways to Make Your Own DIY Hammock
![10 Beautiful Stamped Concrete Ideas to Upgrade Your Outdoor Spaces](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/stamped_concrete_ideas_lead.jpeg?w=650)
Deck, Patio & Porch
10 Beautiful Stamped Concrete Ideas to Upgrade Your Outdoor Spaces
![The Best Deck Screws for Your Outdoor Build](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/iStock-1044380740.jpg?w=675)
Deck, Patio & Porch
The Best Deck Screws
![10 Ways to Dress Up a Drab Concrete Patio](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/1-1.jpg?w=621)
Deck, Patio & Porch
10 Ways to Dress Up a Drab Concrete Patio
![Amazon Basics Patio Heater](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Amazon-Basics-Patio-Heater.jpg?w=338)
Deck, Patio & Porch
This Amazon Patio Heater is Less Expensive—But Does It Work?
![Swedish Fire Torch](https://www.bobvila.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/just-lit-swedish-torch-in-the-dark-of-the-night-picture-id1259151542.jpg?w=600)
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