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Any job worth doing should be built right the first time around; that’s why professionals choose ProWood®. We offer multiple grades of pressure treated, KDAT (Kiln-Dried After Treatment) and color-treated lumber to suit any deck build. Railing, stair stringers, balusters and post caps are also available to complete your project. Our pressure-treated lumber can be used for above-ground, ground-contact, structural […]
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Perfect for Creating Getaways at Home In 2020, millions of people started to spend more time than ever within their property lines. As the pandemic postponed trips and limited interactions to screens, many U.S. homeowners invested in new decks as a getaway: a comfortable exterior room for household gatherings, a peaceful retreat to focus on personal wellness, an outdoor dining […]
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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 […]
DIY projects are booming like never before, as home and building supply centers see unprecedented growth, especially in outdoor living products. Many DIYers and homeowners are busily improving their backyard spaces and turning them into havens for relaxation or outdoor meals. One ambitious homeowner, George Goor of London, Ontario, Canada, took on the replacement of an old deck to make […]
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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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That is the Big Question By Belinda Remley Whether taking on a project themselves or hiring professional contractors to handle the job, many consumers have slipped from the realm of uninformed to inquiring, self-educated project owners. Educational tools that are readily available online have led consumers to learn how to fix minor issues, know when those issues are too big […]
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By Belinda Remley
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Seattle, Wash. – Attractive paint colors, landscaping and decorative millwork can all make a home exterior more appealing. However, it’s what lies beneath the surface that truly makes a house sturdy and reliable for the future. To illustrate the importance of selecting the right construction products to build a long-lasting, comfortable home, Weyerhaeuser has created the infographic “What Really […]