Want a better backyard but feel overwhelmed at the idea of major construction? We get it — building a traditional deck can seem expensive, complicated, and downright intimidating. That’s exactly why ...

Q: I’m going to build a free-standing deck at my house during my vacation. After watching lots of online videos, I’m somewhat confused about how to connect the deck posts to the concrete piers. What ...

For fast additional seating, few things beat a picnic table. And if the weather in your area permits, picnic tables are an ...

Aaron Pilch was on a quest for two pieces of wood. It took him three weeks to find them. The do-it-yourselfer recently needed the 2-inch-by-12-inch-by-12-foot planks of pressure-treated pine to make ...

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A professionally-built deck typically costs between $49 and $67 per square foot, depending on materials, size, design and cost of labour. While decks in Canada are primarily a seasonal living area, ...