Above Ground or Ground Contact? That is the Big Question By Belinda Remley Whether taking on a project themselves or hiring professional contractors to handle
By Larry Walton I had been keeping this deck alive for several years with an occasional replacement board, some sanding, a little deck stain. I
Pro Tips on Building a Code-Compliant Deck By Rob Robillard There are approximately 40 million decks in the United States, and only half of those
By Matt Weber A concrete slab is one of the basic components of modern construction throughout the world. Whether used as a building foundation, sidewalk,
Atlanta, GA — MoistureShield, a signature composite decking brand at Oldcastle APG, introduces new Catalina to its Meridian™ capped composite decking line, a soft “greige” shade reminiscent
Take an Old Wood Deck from Drab to Fab with a Composite Decking Makeover Over time, wood decks inevitably show signs of aging such as
Make a deck guard rail into a shade-throwing thing of DIY beauty.
A fast, efficient—and accurate as all get-out—way to frame your next deck.
By Mark Clement Why do I love building wood decks so much? I think it’s because a well-crafted deck is more than a box and
Quality treated wood and a hidden-fastener system give an old deck a facelift. When it came time to replace some rotted deck boards on a
(guest post courtesy Western Red cedar Lumber Association) How do you restore an ageing aggregate patio in desperate need of repair? Well, you have a
(Guest post by Charlie Jourdain, California Redwood Association) A deck is perhaps the most versatile fixture on a home’s exterior. I like to think of
By Monte Burch When our deck weathered to splits and splinters we had a major problem. With more than 1,800
New Requirements to Resist Lateral Loads
Tools & Materials for the Outdoor Retreat Spring will be here before we know it, making late winter an ideal time to get a head
Q: How do I repair a deck joist that is starting to rot? A: The easiest way is to repair a joist is to
Applying the Cantilever Concept to Your Deck Designs
Attention to Detail: Add both form and function to the outdoor living space.
When it comes to composite decking, a little research can pay off in the long run.
Decks are such a hot item for today’s home. There seems to be no limit to the new innovations, helpful accessories and decorative accents that
No matter what material is used for the surface of a deck, the substructure is likely to be built with wood. Over time, water leaking through deck boards can cause hidden damage unless the wooden joinery of the foundation is properly protected. In fact, builders have reported that wood left exposed to the elements can […]
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