Decks
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MoistureShield® Serves Up New Cold Brew Color to Vision® Line of Capped Composite Decking
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MoistureShield®, a division of Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, introduces new Cold Brew, a warm and inviting medium-roast brown with subtle color variegation to its Vision® capped composite decking line. “Vision’s Cold Brew captures the imagination with an on-trend natural color that has the look of a rich, roasted coffee blend,” said Matthew Bruce, VP of Sales, MoistureShield. “The distinctive […]
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Deckorators® to Showcase New Composite Decking, Railing Accessories at virtual DeckExpo 2020
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Deckorators®, a leading manufacturer of composite decking, deck railing, balusters, post caps and related products, will feature new-for-2021 products for deck builders at the virtual DeckExpo 2020, Nov. 11 – 13. The brand will showcase new Trailhead wood-plastic composite (WPC) decking, new color options for Vista WPC decking, and several stylish and functional railing accessories. New Trailhead WPC decking Deckorators […]
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16 Top Tips for Winterizing Your Home
Decks, Energy Efficiency, Gutters, Outdoor Living, Windows & Doors
By Monte Burch With the beginning of fall weather comes that much dreaded annual chore—winterizing your home. Many of these chores are ignored, but a little time spent before the football season can be extremely important, not only in conserving fuel and money, but in effectively maintaining a comfortable and safe environment. Following are some tips that can help regardless […]
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DIY Build a Freestanding Deck
Construction How-To, Decks, Framing, Outdoor Living
By Matt Weber Build a Freestanding Cantilevered Deck Supported by Parallel Beams. Around Alabama, where EHT is headquartered, most decks are connected to the side of a house with a ledger board fastened to the rim joist of the house. When done correctly, this is a strong and code-compliant method of building. But, when flashed or […]
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Installing Outdoor Lighting
Decks, Decks, Electrical, Landscaping, Lighting, Outdoor Living, Porches and Gazebos, Swimming Pool
By Monte Burch Brighten your life with Low-Voltage and Solar powered outdoor lighting. The fun doesn’t have to stop when the sun goes down if you spice up your yard, garden and home with low-voltage and sun-powered solar lighting products. According to the American Lighting Association more and more people are using outdoor lighting to enhance the looks of […]
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DIY Deck Building – Step by Step
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Cool New Deck For A Lakefront Man Cave by Matt Weber The huge outbuilding that Joey Prestage built as his Man Cave needed a deck. It sits on a beautiful lakefront lot which requires a comfortable place to sit and enjoy the view. The lay of the land meant the deck would connect to the building at ground level beneath […]
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May Tool of the Month – CAMO® LEVER™
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National Nail Launches Versatile CAMO® LEVER™ Tool for Fast, Easy Deck Board Bending Grand Rapids, MI– At CAMO, we know that you don’t have time to wrestle with deck boards –time is precious during installation and crews are getting smaller. Not to mention the strain on the body and potential board damage. As part of the CAMO experience that delivers […]
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Above Ground or Ground Contact?
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That is the Big Question
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Anatomy of a Bespoke Porch Renovation
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From post to vaulted ceiling-a really regal rail.
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Throwing Shade
Construction How-To, Decks, Decks, Landscaping, Outdoor Living
Make a deck guard rail into a shade-throwing thing of DIY beauty.
