Don't let the sun drive you off your deck or patio. Take back your outdoor space with one of these smart ideas for creating shade.
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Stuck Inside During the Heatwave? Here's How To Cool Off Your Outdoor Space
Air conditioning makes it hard to leave home on summer's hottest days, but it's possible to make the outdoors more comfortable too. With a spot of shade and a bit of breeze, sweltering patios become bearable. Family Handyman explains how to cool off an outdoor space — at home and on the go.
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Add Mediterranean style (and comfortable shade) to your patio or deck in as little as a few hours by assembling a prefab pergola from a kit.
A pergola cover adds shade, privacy and character to your outdoor living area. Here are a few good ones.
Build a vine-covered pergola in your backyard to shade a stone patio or wood deck.
Your deck or patio needs protection from the sun, just like you. Here are nine ways to protect outdoor spaces against excess heat.
A shade sail is an easy (and affordable) way to shade your patio or deck and add a pop of color. Here's what you need to know before buying one.
For proper shade, safety and protection, you need to pick the best patio umbrella for your cherished backyard space.
Create an intimate open-air space with outdoor curtains, a stylish solution for adding privacy and shade to your patio, pergola or pavilion.
An outdoor patio fan will help cool down your space, making it more comfortable for lounging on hot summer days.
If you're looking for an affordable and efficient way to stay cool this summer, learn how outdoor mist cooling systems can help.
In case there's rain in the forecast for the day of your party, or you need a break from the sun while watching your kid's sporting event, these portable canopies assemble with ease.
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