Dear Bonnie: With a sloping backyard close to the same height as the first floor as yours, it is trickier to build the support structure for the deck. Another option is a slightly raised deck, but you ...

Dear James: I want to add a deck to the back of my house. There is now only one step at the door, and the yard slopes across the house. Parts of the deck will be resting on the ground. How can I build ...

What Is a Floating Deck? Despite its name, a floating deck (AKA a ground-level or a freestanding deck) isn’t found on water.

It’s hard to believe this backyard oasis is technically an above-ground pool. The pool deck from @stone.ridge.decking helps incorporate the pool into the sloped yard, creating the illusion of an ...

Question: I am planning some landscaping, which will include a deck. My backyard is level, so the deck will not be up on posts. Is it wise and possible to build a deck which is flush against the ...

Nothing says summer like jumping into a pool. And if that pool is in your backyard? Even better. While in-ground pools can be some of the most expensive outdoor home renovations, costing anywhere from ...

The deck is the perfect spot for get-togethers and events. However, if yours needs a facelift or a complete re-do, now is the perfect time of year to complete a new outdoor living space customized to ...

Think about your favorite moments and memories from past summers. The time you spent with family and friends, dining, playing games or simply enjoying one another’s company. Now, ask yourself this: ...

The typical cost range for building a deck is $4,141 to $11,713, though the national average cost is $7,913. The main cost factors in building a deck include deck size, materials, foundation, and ...

If your project will use a popular deck wood like cedar, redwood or pressure-treated lumber, and you’re not looking for a bunch of extras, you can assume a deck cost per square foot of about $30 to ...