Dear James: I need to add some additional seating on my deck for entertaining. I want something more unique than just buying more chairs. What do you suggest? — Vicki N. Dear Vicki: Your best option ...

Q: I was at a party last weekend and sat on a bench that was built into the deck. It was a clever idea, and it had handy armrests that were perfect to set plates or drinks on. I want to build bench ...

Dear Pat: I have a fairly large deck, but it does not have enough seating when we have large parties. I think a bench or two would be nice. How can I build some comfortable benches inexpensively? -- ...

Perhaps you decided to wait out the lumber shortages of 2020 and 2021. Perhaps now is simply just the right time. Whatever the reason you're finally ready to add that dream deck onto your ...