There’s no phone app to inspect decks for safety. Despite the rapid advancement of technology, deck inspections are still done the old-fashioned way – with an in-depth assessment and some...Read More
The shoreline of Cape Cod in Eastham, MA, is a dream location for a beachfront cottage. However, for Cape Cod builder Vincent Jameson, partner at JCARCH LLC, a recent beachfront...Read More
Spring always brings fresh ideas and innovations, and 2026 is no exception. Homeowners are on the lookout for the latest trends, DIYers are looking to gear up for their projects,...Read More
Couples everywhere strive to maintain household harmony despite their differences in habits, financial attitudes and approaches to life’s ups and downs. But for many, there comes a breaking point: the...Read More
By Marcelo V. Guimarães, Marketing Director, Maximo Wood Marcelo V. Guimarães, Marketing Director at Maximo Wood, envisions a future where sustainable lumber is accessible to all. Guided by a deep...Read More
Having lived for a little over half a century, some of us have seen things change and products evolve. Jake Clark, the original president of Armstrong-Clark recalls “When I was...Read More
If you have a second-story deck, you can double your functional outdoor space with Trex® RainEscape®. This innovative under-deck drainage system features an integrated network of troughs and downspouts that work together to capture rain, snow, and other precipitation and funnel it away from a deck. In addition to protecting the substructure from moisture damage and deterioration, it keeps the space beneath the deck dry so it can be used as a patio or for
Builders and contractors enjoy tools that are specifically designed for a job and when it comes to minimizing job-site time, they turn to the DeckWise® tool line! Deck installers and contractors know our original Hardwood Wrench™ is the beefiest, most stout deck board bending tool on the market! DeckWise® has scaled down the Hardwood Wrench™ to a “junior” size for the DIYer, weekend warrior, and Pro deck builder. Even the most seasoned deck installer knows how grueling it can be when wrangling
With a track record of delivering high performance fine finishing sprayers for more than four decades, Titan today announced the next generation of Capspray HVLP...
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Having a zen-inspired garden deck built with a handy kit is now possible almost anywhere on a property with the Level.Up pedestal system. It installs quickly and easily over stable, compacted soil, or even gravel.
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This new deck sits a few feet from the shoreline and will be exposed to all the elements year- round. These conditions demand the use of the right tools and materials to build a lasting and safe structure.
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If you want your deck to last decades – not just years – be thoughtful from the start. Invest in durable materials, protect the frame with moisture barriers and keep up with regular care.
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The cellular structure of the wood is altered in this high‑heat, oxygen‑deprived environment which modifies the natural acids and sugars in the lumber to prevent them from being a food source for mold, rot or fungal decay.
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Q: I have a water stain on my hardwood floor from a leaky plant. Is there a way to remove this? A: Try using...
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By Lisbeth Parada, Color Marketing Manager, Dutch Boy® Paints, Krylon®, Minwax® Color Trend Watch: Restoration, Gratitude & Digital Calm The final season of 2025 embraces...
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The shoreline of Cape Cod in Eastham, MA, is a dream location for a beachfront cottage. However, for Cape Cod builder Vincent Jameson, partner at...
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Armstrong-Clark’s deck and siding wood stain has nondrying conditioning oils that separate from the drying side of the formula. These oils penetrate deep into the deck or siding wood fiber where the wood’s natural oils used to be. This process rejuvenates the wood. The drying oils stay at the surface, lock in the conditioning oils […]
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