Nothing jolts you into taking a fresh look at your outdoor living area faster than your first patio party of the season. Several colleagues had come to Orlando for a conference from colder climes, so ...

Nothing jolts you into taking a fresh look at your outdoor living area faster than inviting guests over for your first patio party of the season. As usual, the get-together was my bright idea. “We can ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Future / Polly Etles If you've been wondering how to clean patio pavers without a ...

Clean outdoor furniture twice a year: Before you store it in winter, and when it comes back out in spring. Clean wood and plastic monthly, metal every two weeks, and upholstery, wicker, and stone ...

Winter is gone and summer is here, which means it's time for barbecues and lazy days spent lounging outside. But to get all that, you have to clean your outdoor spaces. (Boo.) The tools below will ...

Polywood patio furniture is a popular choice thanks to its simplicity and durability, so it is unsurprising that it is easy to clean and maintain – even after a long harsh winter. While cleaning ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. With the arrival of warmer weather, I am looking forward to spending time outdoors, enjoying our delightful springtime. This is ...

Outdoor cushions add comfort and style to your patio or garden — but in order for them to look good (for longer), they ...

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