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 ...

Dear James: The mosquitoes are really annoyed by my flower beds, so I want to build a screened porch. Do you have any design and construction DIY tips? — Brandon P. Dear Brandon: Early evening is when ...

Most of us have spent a lot of time in our homes over the past two years and our living spaces filled multiple roles—school, work, gym, and a place to entertain. And whether it was a backyard party or ...

Question: The bugs in my back yard are driving me crazy. It's time for a screened enclosure. Can I build an economical screened enclosure using readily available materials? What are the merits of ...

Why Screened Porches Are Becoming Essential for Outdoor Living in North Carolina Greensboro, United States - February ...

After being gone for decades, screened porches are making a triumphant homecoming. Across the country, they’ve become a welcome addition to houses being built in new subdivisions and older homes in ...

The "outdoor room" gives you more fresh air and maybe fewer germs. In a recent post, I showed a new house designed by Tom Bassett-Dilley with screened porches, which you don't see very often anymore ...

Are you thinking of hiring a deck builder to build a new porch or deck for your house? While it could be a good investment, it might not be the most effective expenditure. If you need to landscape ...

There are plenty of reasons why a homeowner might want to build a patio in their backyard or off the side of their home. It's a sturdy, even space where you can set out some chairs to kick back, relax ...

From entertaining spaces to cooking stations to areas designed for lounging, patios can add value and comfort to your home.