Of all the materials suitable for use in patio construction, brick stands out for its beauty and ease of installation. Depending on the sophistication of your design, it may be possible to build a ...

My wife is begging me to install a patio. She hates interlocking cast concrete brick; it seems to lose its luster and color in a few years. Plus, it looks too perfect, she says. She wants me to create ...

When installed correctly, brick pavers create a clean edge around your garden beds that lasts for years. In addition to ...

A brick patio can be laid over an existing concrete slab or in a sand bed. On concrete, bricks are set in ½ inch of wet mortar with ⅜- to ½-inch-wide mortar joints. You can create attractive, unique ...

Question: I am going to build a brick patio adjacent to a small fish pond in my backyard. I plan to use a gravel and sand base for the bricks. What is the easiest way to get them properly leveled?

This brick plaza has been in service for many decades in harsh New England weather. You can build one similar to this with my help. (Tim Carter/TNS) Perspective by Tim Carter There’s something ...

Patio pavers are a great landscaping choice because you don’t need to build a structure under them, they’re cheaper than other similar options, and they can add a unique look to your outdoor space.

A narrow herb border positioned against a south-facing wall is finished with a neat brick edge. Credit: Photo: Marianne Majerus 1 Choose a sunny location with good drainage. Measure out a plot 80in x ...

Q: I’m thinking of having a stone or brick patio installed in my yard. What do I need to know? A: Congratulations. You’ve wisely decided against a giant slab of concrete. The freeze-and-thaw cycle of ...