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Materials, Installation & Design Guides
Practical, no-fluff guides to help you choose the right materials, understand the installation process, and match each product to its best use — written alongside the book BBQing with Billy.
Driveways & Front Yards
Choosing the Right Pavers for Your Driveway or Front Yard
Concrete, clay brick, and travertine pavers each perform differently in heat, traffic, and rain — here's how to pick the right one.
Driveways & Front Yards
The Paver & Concrete Installation Process, Step by Step
A proper base is what separates a driveway that lasts 20 years from one that cracks in two — here's how we build it.
Decks & Coatings
Deck Coatings vs. Full Replacement: How to Decide
Not every worn deck needs to be torn out. Here's how to tell whether a coating system will save the structure — or whether it's time to rebuild.
Patio Covers
Solid vs. Lattice Patio Covers: Which Fits Your Space?
Full shade or filtered light? The right patio cover design depends on how — and when — you actually use the space.
Patio Covers
What to Expect During a Patio Cover Installation
From permits to footings to the final roof panel — here's what actually happens on install day, and how long it takes.
BBQ Islands
Planning a BBQ Island: Layout, Materials, and Appliances
The best outdoor kitchens are planned around how you actually cook — here's how to think through layout, countertop material, and appliance selection.
BBQ Islands
Building an Outdoor Kitchen That Survives the Elements
Sun, rain, and temperature swings are hard on outdoor kitchens — these material and construction choices keep them looking new for years.
Pool Remodels
Pool Remodel Materials Guide: Decking, Coping, and Resurfacing
A pool remodel usually touches three separate systems — the deck, the coping, and the interior surface. Here's how to think about each.
Pool Remodels
When a Pool Needs More Than Resurfacing
Some pools just need a fresh surface. Others have deeper problems. Here's how to tell the difference before you spend money on the wrong fix.