Getting set-in stains out of concrete or wood patio floors can seem impossible. Rather than spending hours cleaning, consider ...

Spruce up your outdoor space with a fresh coat. “It’s also important to take into consideration climate and light exposure; light colors tend to reflect sunlight, keeping the area cooler, which can be ...

Homeowner and DIYer Brittany’s advice when it comes to choosing exterior paint colors is to go colorful. “I think outdoor spaces are more forgiving with exuberant colors, so don’t be afraid to pick a ...

Q: I have an older concrete porch that has never been painted. I will be painting it with patio latex paint. I plan on cleaning with TSP (trisodium phosphate) and then applying a concrete bonding ...

Welcome to DIY Diary. Each entry covers a new home improvement project. Here, Avery Cox tries her hand at painting her porch floor in a pattern fit for royalty. Avery Cox, principal designer and owner ...

Shawn Bo-Abrams, who is renovating his house in Washington state with his husband, Leon Bo-Abrams, was eager to get rid of the carpet covering their top floor. “I have four animals, and they all like ...

Repainting a wooden porch’s railings and ceiling is a great way to increase curb appeal and create a welcoming entry to any home. Step 1: As with any paint project, preparation is 90 percent of the ...

Make a big impact on a small front porch with the right decor. With a few carefully chosen decor elements, such as a bench, a doormat, plants, or a new front door color, you can transform this outdoor ...

We spend a lot of time and money making the insides of our homes reflect our personalities and maximizing livability. Why not do the same for our front porches? “Front porches are like the opening ...