Patio Maintenance
Our patio maintenance tips can help you keep your home cost efficient, safe & cozy.

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How to Remove Paint from Concrete
Nothing ruins the look of a concrete patio, driveway, or walkway like a paint stain. Whether it’s a fresh spill or paint baking in the sun for years, this guide on removing paint from concrete will help. It contains tips on products and techniques for saying good riddance to ugly paint stains on your concrete surfaces.
The 4 Best Electric Pressure Washers (2023 Review)
Designed to wash siding, decks, gutters, cars, sidewalks, and more, electric pressure washers are versatile, lightweight cleaning machines. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the four best pressure washers on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
The 4 Best Pressure Washers (2023 Review)
Pressure washers deliver a powerful pressurized stream of water to remove dirt, dust, mud, mold, and paint from a variety of surfaces. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the four best pressure washers on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
How to Clean Concrete
From driveways to patios, and all the areas in between, here are the best ways to clean concrete floors.
How to Drain a Hot Tub
Hot tubs are meant for relaxation, but there’s one aspect of owning one that may be stressing you out: draining the water to clean the tub. Read our guide to learn how to drain your hot tub.
TLC for Wood Patio Furniture
Even though outdoor furniture is typically made of resilient hardwoods or naturally rot-resistant softwoods, it’s not immune to the elements. Here’s how to keep your deck or patio set in top form
How to Repair an Uneven Bluestone Patio
Resetting heaved stones with This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook
With Deck and Patio, a Backyard Fully Built for Family
Forget grass: For this young family, a handsome wood deck that steps down to a brick patio comprises the ideal chilling, cooking, playing, and entertaining space
How to Repair Aluminum Patio Chairs
A pro shows how to extend the life of your sling patio chairs
How to Repair a Brick Patio
In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook rescues a sunken brick patio