Deck Loads, Concrete Walkways, Planning for Outdoor Living, and More.

The latest online features from FineHomebuilding.com - April 29th, 2021 [View in Browser]( Hello, {EMAIL} ! [Save up to 70% - Subscribe Now]( It's the end of April, which means it's time to move from the cozy living-room couch to the outdoor patio. This week's collection is full of design and how-to advice for creating a functional and inspired outdoor living space. [7 Ways to Design a Better Deck]( Follow these guidelines to create a safe, comfortable, and inviting outdoor space. [Read More]( [facebook]( [twitter]( [A Concrete-Paver Patio from the Bottom Up]( Accurate site work and a well-compacted stone base yield an outdoor room that's firm, flat, and attractive. [Read More]( [facebook]( [twitter]( [How it Works: Deck Loads]( Explore the gravitational and lateral forces that conspire to topple backyard decks and the codes designed to counter them. [Read More]( [facebook]( [twitter]( [Designing Outdoor Spaces: How To Get More From Your Home By Extending It Outside]( Sponsored by Feeney Living doesn't have to stop at the exterior walls of your house. Join architect Tina Govan on Wednesday, May 12th at 7pm for this webinar, where she will explore the rich rewards and design strategies of spilling outside and connecting to the world around you. [Register Now]( [facebook]( [twitter]( [Introduction: Build a Concrete Walkway]( Learn how to build forms, install steel reinforcement, pour concrete, use floats and trowels, and stamp a decorative pattern. [Watch Now]( [facebook]( [twitter]( More from [FineHomebuilding.com]( [Webinar: All About Green Rating Programs]( [Podcast Short: Vinyl Siding Over Failing Cedar]( [Deck Ideas that Work]( [Deck Ideas that Work]( Packed with over 300 inspiring photographs along with hundreds of design solutions and top-notch advice to help inform smart decisions. [SHOP]( [Build A Deck (DVD)]( [Build A Deck (DVD)]( Decks are popular projects for pros and homeowners but there are safety issues, building codes, and hidden problems to address upfront and throughout the process. This video takes place on an actual job site and includes some not-so-perfect moments to prepare you for what can happen. [SHOP]( Stay Connected The Taunton Press, 63 South Main Street, Newtown, CT 06470 [TAUNTON STORE]( | [ABOUT]( | [CUSTOMER SERVICE]( | [CONTACT]( | [PRIVACY POLICY]( [COPYRIGHT]( | [TERMS OF USE]( | [ACCESSIBILITY]( | [CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS]( You received this message because you are a Taunton customer or have registered at Taunton.com. This email was sent to you by The Taunton Press. [Click here]( to unsubscribe or to update your email preferences.