A look at building a stock tank pool with a surrounding deck, focusing on affordable backyard construction, simple water setup, and turning basic materials into a fun outdoor swimming space.

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DIYer and woodworker April Wilkerson builds a DIY stock tank pool integrated into a deck.

When it’s blazing hot outside, who doesn't enjoy cooling off in a backyard pool? But pools are pricey investments, especially when you’re watching your pennies. Thanks to a recent do-it-yourself ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Two balls floating in an outdoor stock tank pool. - Sandra Sapp/Shutterstock Unless you're a fan of ice baths, you probably won't ...

Semi-inground pools offer an affordable way to enhance your backyard with a more substantial option than an above-ground pool. These pools are partially buried in the ground, providing the durability ...

Installing a pool in your backyard can cost thousands of dollars — but doesn’t have to. Enter: stock tank pools, an affordable way to beat the heat. And yes, in case you’re wondering, stock tanks are ...