Small bird sitting on someone's front porch - Devilino/Shutterstock A lazy afternoon on the patio can quickly turn sour when you notice an unsightly splatter right in the middle of your favorite ...

Trim overhanging limbs and relocate furniture to avoid popular bird perches that drop messes onto your patio. Move bird feeders, bird baths, and berry-producing plants away from seating areas to ...

Q: I recently had a flagstone patio installed in my backyard. I love the patio, but I also love having my bird feeder, so the flagstones are covered with bird poop. I routinely take down the feeder at ...

Outdoor seating, particularly patio furniture, is a key component of any alfresco hosting setup. But as with anything that traditionally sits outside (or is frequently used), patio furniture gets ...