Almost all landscaping designs have some form of wood components, most commonly as fencing, decking, retaining walls, pergolas or garden beds. Even though timber is a naturally occurring element, its ...

Q. My outdoor wood steps are getting slimy and slippery from algae, the green stain that grows on them. How can I keep algae off the steps and also keep the steps from being so slippery? A. First, ...

Q: I would like some advice about what to do about the wood steps of our Victorian home. We have had to paint them every year, even after having them professionally prepped and painted. The paint ...