Outdoor Living

Building a pickleball court in your driveway is possible with the right planning and preparation. Here’s everything you need to know.

Create some outdoor fun this summer—the old-fashioned way—with this easy tire swing how-to.

Although it’s nice to spend spring and summer visiting fancy parks and outdoor camps, comfort, cost, and convenience keep many families close to home. With some smart shopping, though, you can turn just about any backyard into a destination for fun, games, and seriously awesome cookouts. Read on to see our top picks for turning an average backyard into an out-of-this-world hangout.

Step up your landscaping game by understanding and appreciating hardscaping features for your yard.

An eco-friendly choice, permeable pavers are another way to pave driveways, patios, and walkways. Permeable pavers cost will likely fall between $5,000 and $12,000, with a national average of $7,500.

Learn the rules and risks associated with setting fall foliage refuse afire, as well as a few eco- and health-conscious alternatives.

Light up your backyard without attracting any bugs to the party when you build this trendy design for a DIY tiki torch.

Marsh elder is a common allergen in the southern United States, but it may affect allergy sufferers in other areas, too.