When it comes to yardwork, one of the most frustrating things to deal with is having an important tool's wooden handle splinter and weaken. Of course, tools wearing down over time is to be expected, ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

We know the sun's rays damage our skin if we don't use a good sunblock. The same is true for wood decks. Most decks are built with pressure-treated lumber, an inexpensive material that doesn't last as ...

Q: I have 35-year-old decking made of pressure-treated wood planks. They have been stained several times. Now the surface is splintering and nail heads are popping, creating a risk to bare feet. I ...