The sun shines through trees flanking a walkway made of pavers curves down a slight hill - Jiojio/Getty Images Hardscaping can significantly improve the value of your home. If you've got a relatively ...

If you want to use pavers to build a patio, you'll probably hear the advice that laying pavers over dirt is a mistake. It's true — you should level the ground and add sand and gravel over the dirt ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

If you are planning on building a rounded paver patio to elevate your backyard, you need to decide on the type of stones you're using. Heat-resistant pavers are one option. Most heat-resistant pavers ...

Q: I'm planning a paver patio. Because of the harsh economy, I can't afford to hire a contractor. Will brick pavers make a durable patio, or should I choose concrete pavers? What's the difference?

Paving stones are a great way to spruce up your home's outdoor areas. Here's how to use them. Laura Leavitt is a personal finance and wellness writer for CNET. Her work has been published at ...

Most of us have spent more than our fair share of time in our homes this year. For those who are lucky enough to have yards and gardens, many of those hours were likely spent there, soaking up the sun ...

Q: I’ve decided to add a paver patio to my backyard for home entertaining, but I’m uncertain about the challenges involved. I’m also not sure if I should hire a contractor or do it myself. What do you ...

Hardscaping can significantly improve the value of your home. If you've got a relatively flat lawn, there are a variety of beautiful DIY paver projects that will instantly elevate your landscaping.