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Throwing Shade
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Make a deck guard rail into a shade-throwing thing of DIY beauty.
Build a Planter Bar from Treated Wood
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By Belinda Remley
YellaWood® Pressure Treated Pine Launches New Campaign
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As Part of the YellaWood® Brand’s Commitment to Supporting its Dealer Network, Company Launches New Campaign YellaWood® builds upon its 2018 initiative “For five-star backyards.™ ABBEVILLE, Ala. – What do you get when you combine YellaWood® brand pressure treated pine with a mischievous band of beavers driven to create their own oasis at the lodge? The Woodland’s Most Wanted. This new campaign from Great Southern Wood, and the YellaWood® brand, follows the […]
Top-Down Deck Framing
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A fast, efficient—and accurate as all get-out—way to frame your next deck.
Deck Product Roundup
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It won’t be long before the weather breaks, and everyone is back to building outdoors. The time to plan your new deck is at hand, and here’s a roundup of new products to consider for the project. Deckorators Voyage Composite Decking Deckorators has expanded its line of wood-alternative decking with the launch of Voyage (pictured). This new line of composite […]
Building a Big Beautiful Patio
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When the size of a patio project is too large to DIY, it’s time to call the pros.
Select the Right Lumber
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Above Ground or Ground Contact? That is the Big Question Chances are, if you step into just about any backyard in any part of the country, you will find something made with preserved wood. You are likely to see a deck, a raised bed garden, a picnic table, or a children’s playset – all probably built with preserved wood. These […]
Protecting Outdoor Wood
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By Matt Weber We’re all aware of the wonders of wood as a building material, but to preserve its natural good looks when used outdoors, it’s necessary to apply a stain/sealer to protect it from Mother Nature. From mold and ultraviolet rays to insect infestation and rot, the threats to wood are plentiful. Choosing the right sealant, prepping the wood […]
Treated Wood vs Treated Primer
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Be careful what you specify, not all treatments are the same Exterior wood trim adds natural dimension and architectural interest to any home. The good news: exterior treated trim product awareness by builders is raising the bar to force manufacturers to provide products that will last. But, with so many warranties and manufacturers’ claims to […]
Trends in Deck Building
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Give your Next Deck Project More Artistic Appeal By Matt Weber