Cabin Maintenance
Keeping up with a cabin, especially if it's a second home, can feel overwhelming. We provide the best tips and advice on maintaining the cabin so there are less undiscovered surprises that pop up.

Shade is relaxing, cooling, good for your skin... We’ll show you six ways to get it — from instant to worth-the-wait.
Power washing tips to ensure you get the best results for your staining job.
Learn about the 4 major causes for why your chinking and caulking is tearing down the middle and how you can fix it.
Want to turn your plain patio into an inviting outdoor oasis? All you need is one weekend and an easy-to-use concrete staining ...
By starting with the existing framing and adding distinctive new elements above it, you can create a deck that stands out. Here...
Start with your old, tired deck. Add one, or all five, of these easy-to-build projects. Then enjoy your great-looking outdoor r...
All hail the mighty fence. Before you buy, consider its purpose and timeless style.
Fire season is here; we’ve put together a list of ways you can keep your home and family safe.
Compost toilets offer a solution to those who wish to maintain a small carbon footprint. Learn about the benefits to choosing t...
Kory Harrison from Backwood Wayz shares his new cabin rental and the process it takes to clean it up before moving in with his ...
Prepare your boat for the warmer season with this checklist to ensure you and your family are safe out on the water.
Before applying the stain, you need to prepare the concrete. This is a two-step process that consists of cleaning and then etch...
Possible looks for your paver path have grown a lot in recent years thanks to the introduction of cast-concrete pavers. You’ll ...
Create a perfect passageway between points in your yard by building a paver pathway. Here’s how to put together a path that wil...
Attach deer fencing to posts to keep deer from eating rosebuds before they bloom.
Cabin composting is not only smart recycling, it's smart gardening.
Lawn tractors are a fun and practical purchase for your cabin!
Concrete logs are a stylish and fire-resistant alternative to traditional wood logs.