Stuctures

Must-Have Pergola Accessories and Add Ons

Custom pergolas have come a long way in the last few decades. While simple designs are still popular, more and more homeowners are...

15 Amazing Struxure Pergola Designs

We’ve written about Struxure before. In the world of smart pergola design, they are a clear frontrunner. Their mission is to take the...

How to Build a DIY Backyard Ice Skating Rink

Making the most out of the cold and snow can seem difficult. Winter activities like skiing and snowboarding can be pricey. Ice skating...

Building a Backyard Basketball Half Court

Ball is life! If your love for the game grows stronger all the time, why not bring the basketball court to your own backyard? For...

How to Build a Backyard Pump Track

Everyone deserves to get the most enjoyment out of their backyard space. From golf simulators to stock tank hot tubs, adding a unique...

What is a Pool House? Reasons to Build a Pool House

Does your backyard living space include a swimming pool? If you said yes, then you know adding a pool to your backyard space means a...

Railroad Ties for Landscaping

Plenty of us are looking for unique solutions for common backyard landscaping projects. One of these landscaping projects is the basic...

The Best Types of Trellises For Tomatoes

If planning your vegetable garden is an annual task, then you know different plants require different things. Some plants grow happy and...

Pergola Cover Ideas: How to Cover a Pergola

If you love your outdoor space, you probably want to be able to enjoy it rain or shine. Installing a pergola is a step in the right...

How to Stain a Fence

Recently, we talked about the cost of building and installing a fence, and the many fence options available to homeowners. One of these...

How much does a fence cost?

There are a lot of reasons to put up a fence. Whether you're trying to keep something out (animals, nosey neighbors), or keep some things...

Deck vs Patio: The Pros, Cons, and Cost

If you're converting your outdoor space from a patch of grass to usable outdoor living space, there are immediate decisions you need to...

What is hardscaping?

We throw around a lot of more technical words on this blog. Sometimes, we might forget that some of our readers need to get back to...

What is a Gazebo Used for, Anyways?

The world of outdoor backyard structures is nuanced. Homeowners have a lot to think about. Arbors, pergolas, pavilions, and our topic of...

Build Your Own Backyard Bowling Alley

If you love to entertain, lawn games have probably played a significant role in your outdoor space at one point or another. Bocce ball,...