Yards
Find creative ideas and practical tips for transforming your yard, with guides on landscaping, maintenance, and do-it-yourself (DIY) projects.
Engineering a Retaining Wall: A Comprehensive Guide
Learn the basics of building a retaining wall—from common problems as well as the different types of materials to choose from, such as concrete, timber and stone.
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These This Old House videos showcase all of our yard projects, how-tos, and designs.
How to Build a Garden Retaining Wall
A homeowner’s house had a garden that sloped away, being a sore spot. With the help of mason Mark McCullough and landscape contractor Jenn Nawada, the three built a retaining wall to fix the grade.
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The Ultimate Guide To Collecting Fall Leaves
From leaf blowers to vacuums, our guide covers all the different kinds of products and technology to tackle this annual chore.
