Dear James: I need to add some additional seating on my deck for entertaining. I want something more unique than just buying more chairs. What do you suggest? — Vicki N. Dear Vicki: Your best option ...

Q: I was at a party last weekend and sat on a bench that was built into the deck. It was a clever idea, and it had handy armrests that were perfect to set plates or drinks on. I want to build bench ...

Q. I have a fairly large deck, but it does not have enough seating when we have large parties. I think a bench or two would be nice. How can I build some comfortable benches inexpensively? A. Benches ...

Decks are fun to put together — they are relatively straightforward and don’t often deviate from the standard building elements; a support structure, which involves beams and joists set atop a rigid ...