Q: I’m facing some building projects. One is a tall deck, another is framing a garden shed, and I need to help a friend with a room addition. I’m wondering about diagonal bracing. I don’t understand ...

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Many Leawood homeowners value outdoor living and have backyards boasting adequate space, lush landscaping, and architecture that is a mix of both traditional and contemporary. Whether your plan is to ...