When the weather is just right, the porch is a go-to spot for enjoying long chats with family and friends, drinking refreshing glasses of iced tea, or reading a good book. However, when bugs are ...

Outdoor living is a must for many homebuyers today. For homeowners planning to stay put, perfecting the yard, patio or porch for relaxation, meals and entertainment is at the top of home improvement ...

Dear James: I love to sit out by my flower garden, but the insects eat me alive. I would like to build a small screened porch. Is this beyond the skills of a novice do-it-yourselfer? Any tips? -- ...

In the early days of the pandemic—back when many people were only leaving their homes when it was absolutely necessary—having any type of outdoor space made a big difference, and helped people feel ...

Q. I'm building two things this summer but can't figure out how to get started. One is a deck that's going to rest on concrete piers that will be buried in the ground. The other project is a ...

Your screened-in porch is a summer sanctuary, but when winter rolls around, it can quickly become an unused, chilly space. The good news? With some simple upgrades ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Fall is a great season for a screened porch. Spring is equally a wonderful time of year for a porch, and even summer can be enjoyable. Why are screened porches so appealing? A ...