If you want to use pavers to build a patio, you'll probably hear the advice that laying pavers over dirt is a mistake. It's true — you should level the ground and add sand and gravel over the dirt ...

A paver patio gives your outdoor space a solid, ground-level foundation and a natural, organic look. It's also a versatile approach, with a paver style for almost every aesthetic, from asymmetrical ...

If you're considering installing pavers, the base layer is arguably the most confusing part. Here's how to know which type to ...

When a patio starts to sink or separate, there's usually more than meets the eye. The early warning signs might already be ...

Q: I’ve decided to add a paver patio to my backyard for home entertaining, but I’m uncertain about the challenges involved. I’m also not sure if I should hire a contractor or do it myself. What do you ...

Q: We plan to build a patio. I prefer interlocking pavers, but my wife wants to use concrete. I know concrete is much faster, but I think the pavers will look better. How hard is it to install the ...

Spending the winter dreaming of upgrading your outdoor space? Use the latest trends in outdoor design as inspiration. With ...

Purists say nothing is as beautiful for a hardscape project as natural stone. Patios floors, walkways and garden walls take on a classic, timeless beauty when enhanced with natural stone. But as ...

Paving stones are a great way to spruce up your home's outdoor areas. Here's how to use them. Laura Leavitt is a personal finance and wellness writer for CNET. Her work has been published at ...

(BPT) – More than ever, today’s homeowners are placing high value on outdoor living, investing in exterior spaces where they can relax, entertain, play and enjoy Mother Nature. Seeking not just ...

All year, I’ve been battling the small forest sprouting between the pavers on our patio. The thick stone slabs sit too close together for me to properly dig out the deep taproots of dandelions and ...