Measuring and marking can be simple, but putting a little extra thought in will lead to better results.

With spring around the corner, I’m thinking of my family’s garden and our plans to add new garden beds. I’ve built many different garden beds over the years, trying to strike a balance between an elegant design and simple construction. I thought I would share my favorite design and some tips along the way.

As the gray days of Winter drag on, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about the sunny spring days that are right around the corner and the time you are going to enjoy on your deck. As you start to clean up from winter and get ready for friends and family to come over, here are three steps to get your deck ready for summer.