Level up your patio space with multi-purpose cinder block furniture. In addition to creating affordable seating that stands up to harsh weather conditions, the holes of the cinder blocks can ...

The patio gets lots of sun, which makes it difficult to sit outside without melting in the summer. We do have a grill, which is on it's last leg, but we go out to grill and bring the food inside ...

If you're thinking of constructing a cinder-block raised bed, keep in mind that the blocks are heavy. They usually weigh 20 to 40 pounds apiece, so hauling them around is hard work. Plus, they're ...

And if you're hoping to grow organic food, you will want to pay special attention to what's in the soil of your beds. Cinder blocks often contain heavy metals that can leach into the soil over time.