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 ...

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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?

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 ...

The typical cost range for paver patio installation is $2,400 to $7,000, with a national average of $3,400. The most significant cost factors for installing a paver patio are size and design, stone ...

A patio can be a major upgrade to your outdoor space, but if you don't properly budget before starting your DIY project, you ...

A close up of a brick paved patio - Idayuningsih/Shutterstock Paver block patios can look incredibly elegant when they're new, but if they've started to sink, that ...

Time to get your hardscape in shape for outdoor living! Paver installation is not just a great way to make your yard look amazing; it’s also long-lasting, flexible, and simple to maintain. I spoke ...

Although pavers and gravel are what most homeowners use to create their patio spaces, here's another idea that will give the area a more rustic appearance.