An outdoor deck sees lots of traffic. Muddy shoes, spilled food, and wet dogs can leave it dirty, stained, and smelly. Even if the deck isn't a party platform, it's up against the elements—pollen, ...

After more than a year in lockdown, people have the itch to entertain again. But getting back to normal will take time. Even when it is deemed safe to gather together again, it may take a while for ...

A study in Forest Products Journal says wooden decks can deteriorate considerably in just two to three years. That means sooner or later, you’ll need to refinish your deck. Pressure-treated deck ...

A new backyard deck is built at a home in Derwood, Maryland. (Mike Murillo/WTOP) In less than a month, Montgomery County, Maryland, saw two home deck collapses that sent people to the hospital. The ...