Some common, DIY- and wallet-friendly patio enclosures include outdoor drapes, reed, willow, and bamboo fencing, metal and fabric screens, and shade sails. Each of these solutions serves a similar ...

A shade sail can be a great addition to your patio, offering comfort and privacy. Here's how to install one yourself -- and when to call a professional.

Installation: While many shade structures are easy to DIY—as simple as opening up an umbrella—some may require specific tools or even professional help to ensure sound construction.

To adequately anchor your shade sail, you’ll need to dig a hole at least ⅓ the length of your post. That means if you want your sail nine feet in the air, your post hole needs to be three feet ...

If you have a larger space to cover, or lack floor space, opt for a shade sail canopy to offer sun protection. Like the name suggests, this type of material is designed to create a shade based on ...

Shade sail Similar to an awning but a bit less structurally rigid, shade sails are large pieces of triangular fabric installed over areas of a patio, pool or landscape, according to The Family ...

Fabulous Real Life OH WOW I’m a DIY pro, I transformed my patio on a budget – a few simple changes made it look instantly posh Claudia Jackson Published: 10:12, 25 Mar 2022 Updated: 16:04, 25 ...