A traditional base for an 11 x 13 paver or stone patio involves digging up and hauling out about six tons of dirt, and then bringing in the same amount of gravel. But, in some situations, you can save ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

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 ...

Pavers create an almost poetic space, imbuing warmth, ambiance, and charm like virtually no other material. Not just that; besides looking stylish, did you know that using pavers can increase your ...

LOCKDOWN has lured many Brits into their gardens in recent weeks, and many of us have been on a quest for home improvement. Here's a beginner's guide on how to lay a patio. Gardening has seen a ...

If you’re looking for a fresh DIY challenge, if you haven’t already, the Summer season the perfect time to focus on the garden, laying a low-maintenance patio you can enjoy without having to pull the ...

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Within the realm of exterior home renovations, patios are perennially popular. If you’re looking for an affordable, relatively easy-to-install option, consider a concrete patio in particular. It may ...