Mmm. Outdoor living. There is nothing quite like relaxation in the fresh air. If you have a deck, chances are it's been your family's oasis lately -- the site of cookouts, summery parties, and plenty ...

John Clifford was spending a lot of time repairing his 18-year-old deck just so his family could use it. But when he and his wife, Joan, thought about it, they weren’t really using the deteriorating ...