Projects are always going to take longer and cost more than you think they will. And unlike what we see on HGTV, projects are usually more like 10 projects in one. Or more. Take, for example, our ...

When a trip to the beach feels too complicated, I love to treat my kids to a dip in our backyard kiddie pool. Picking the best kiddie pools for your children doesn’t need to be complicated or as ...

When it’s blazing hot outside, who doesn't enjoy cooling off in a backyard pool? But pools are pricey investments, especially when you’re watching your pennies. Thanks to a recent do-it-yourself ...

You can refresh your pool area without doing a major overhaul by replacing some finishing touches. Soft furnishings like pillows are a cost-effective way to add color to your backyard. You could also ...

Pools are one of the best ways to get relief from the summer heat. But no one wants to take a dip in a dirty or murky pool. Maintaining an in-ground or above ground pool doesn’t have to be a hassle.

Upgrading your outdoor living space doesn’t always have to be complicated. Simple changes can make the space more enjoyable for the family, especially during the summer, while also increasing the home ...

Suggested activities to keep kids entertained outdoors include inflatable pool toys, trampoline sprinkler attachments, and backyard water pong. The article provides links to purchase various water ...

Drowning remains a leading cause of accidental death among young children, and many incidents happen at private, residential pools. As the long summer days stretch on, backyards across the Capital ...

Older adults can also be at risk of drowning in backyard pools due to medical incidents, such as a heart attack, or ...

The owners of this DC house dreamed of a screened porch and a balcony. The addition provided both. Photograph by John Cole. A pair of empty-nesters contracted architect George Bott of Anthony Wilder ...

Expert DIYer April Wilkerson builds a dog wading pool for backyard summer fun and happy pets. Leaked emails about removal of ...

Make your backyard more usable, safe, and atmospheric after dark with layered lighting. Light your garden, deck, patio, pergola, gazebo, and more with everything from modern sconces to string lights, ...