Dear James: The mosquitoes are really annoyed by my flower beds, so I want to build a screened porch. Do you have any design and construction DIY tips? — Brandon P. Dear Brandon: Early evening is when ...

Avoid cluttering your porch with too many novelty items or oversized decorations. Don't use tacky signage and phrase mats; opt for simple, classic designs. Skip fake florals, door bows, and chimes, ...

Expert DIYer April Wilkerson builds a DIY porch swing frame for comfortable and relaxing outdoor seating.