Formulating a homemade deck cleaner or patio scrub is not only simple, but it's often more economically and ecologically friendly than what you find in the aisle of your grocery store. Next time it's ...

An outdoor deck sees lots of traffic. Muddy shoes, spilled food, and wet dogs can leave it dirty, stained, and smelly. Even if the deck isn't a party platform, it's up against the elements—pollen, ...

Dear Heloise: I’m looking for a recipe for a homemade deck wash. Commercial products are so expensive. _ A Reader, Akron, Ohio Dear Reader: Here is a cheap and easy home-style solution that should ...

The very chemicals that keep the water in your swimming pool pristine can corrode your grill or degrade your deck. Mix in a little dampness and a lot of foot traffic and you get a real mess.