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DIYer and woodworker April Wilkerson walks you through the simple, step-by-step process of constructing your own beautiful ...

There’s something enticing about gathering around a backyard fire pit at dusk with a group of friends and family, enjoying stories over some of the best beers. If you’ve ever dreamt of building ...

After a summer spent out in the Great Wide Open, we hate to retreat indoors, but in most parts of the country, it’s only a matter of time before bitterly cold winter temperatures set in. For now, ...

If you want a lovely fire in your backyard, it doesn't require a big investment. All you need are a few basic materials to ...

Summer is finally here, which means the time has come to dust off your deck chairs and prepare for incoming weekend barbecues—plus, sunny weather provides the perfect setting for trying out DIY ...

Andrew Blok covered home energy, with a focus on solar, and navigated the changing energy landscape to help people make smart energy decisions. He's a graduate of the Knight Center for Environmental ...

S’mores, stargazing, crackling flames: there’s nothing like an evening spent around a cozy fire pit. Gathering around an outdoor fire isn’t restricted to camping trips, though. Making a permanent fire ...

Prefabricated fire pits are easy to set up and often more affordable than building one yourself. Still, they offer fewer design options and don’t generally last as long as a DIY fire pit. Even though ...