Robert Frost wrote, “Good fences make good neighbors,” and the Minor family of Birmingham, Alabama, decided to be good neighbors. They selected an ornamental metal
Long, hot summers and cold, rainy winters can give exterior wood a heavy dose of weather damage. This includes your wood deck, as well as
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How To Build A Horizontal Style Wood Fence By Mark Clement Every so often I run across a project I love so much that while
With the right fence, you can expect years of protection, privacy and value. The traditional beauty and affordability of wood is a primary reason it
Use a steel wire to stabilize a leaning post and prevent further damage to your fence. A fence is only as strong as its posts.
(guest post by Ryan Bridges) Fences can serve different purposes. Your home might need one to keep your livestock in and wild animals out, improve
Tips and Tricks to Build a Treated Wood Fence By Matt Weber Privacy fences not only limit how much of your property other people can
A fence can add a lot to a landscape. A fence can divide property lines, boost home equity, add to the outdoor décor and safely
Metal brackets make everything square again. Wooden fence gates are notorious for getting out of whack. The wood’s inherent instability during temperature changes coupled with
Protect and beautify your outdoor wood—fast. By Matt Weber
By Larry Walton Careful planning pays off in a fence that looks good for years to come. There’s more to planning a picket fence than
Fences are game-changers—for both homeowners and their neighbors. Here’s an alternative to the traditional wooden fence.
I’m building a double-door fence gate. How do I construct it so it doesn’t sag? First, use the biggest, beefiest hinge hardware you can find.
A Guide to Building Your Own Wood Fence. This fence features PT lumber framing with fence boards made from Cypress.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Enhancing your Back Yard
Not just another fence story … Here’s how to construct a fence made of forms, rebar reinforcement and shotcrete.
There’s a lot to consider when building a wood fence. Here’s some advice for the do-it-yourselfer.
Ask any seasoned contractor where a deck is most likely to fail, and odds are they’ll point to the ledger board. If it’s not properly installed and protected from moisture, this critical connection point can quickly become the weak link in an otherwise solid structure. That’s where Trex® Seal™ Ledger Tape comes in—a moisture-blocking MVP […]
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