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For more than seven decades, Family Handyman has been providing its audience with ideas, inspiration and step-by-step directions on how to maintain and enhance indoor and outdoor living spaces. In addition to having our own staff of experts, we hire individuals whose skills have been honed through years of experience in the building, plumbing and electrical trades, and as passionate homeowners who have translated DIY (do it yourself) skills into careers as respected creators.

Articles

A wooden pavilion with a red roof hosts four people socializing, while one cooks on a grill. They're surrounded by a grassy outdoor setting.

15 Gorgeous Deck and Patio Ideas You Can DIY

Stop dreaming about your perfect deck or patio and start planning. Take a look at some of our favorite projects, and then build one (or more!) in your backyard.

Four white PVC pipe fittings are arranged in a grid, each set against a different colored background: red, blue, yellow, and green.

What Is Furniture Grade PVC and How Do You Make Patio Furniture With It?

Make your own outdoor chairs, tables, chaise lounges and more—in a range of color and styles—using high-quality, exterior-grade PVC.

Two grilled steaks garnished with herbs sit on a wooden surface, accompanied by cherry tomatoes and a colorful vegetable salad, with a glass beverage nearby.

30 Grill Tips You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Make your grilling cookout a cut above the rest with these awesome grill tips.