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How Long Does a Wood Deck Last

October 29, 2021 by theipeguy

There are many wood choices to build a new deck with and some will last longer than others and offer less maintenance. When it comes to a deck built with wood most homeowners think of pressure treated pine. It’s the most cost effective wood option and is readily available in most local building supply stores. …

Easy Fix For Porch Leaking Into Basement

August 29, 2022July 18, 2018 by theipeguy

Years ago, many homes in the Northeast had front porches built directly over the basement foundation. The only thing holding back the cold snowy weather and the rain was 1 inch thick tongue and groove pressure treated porch decking that was painted to seal it from the elements and keep the water out. This is …

Get Ready for Decking Season with AdvantageLumber.com

December 16, 2014March 27, 2014 by theipeguy

Spring is sweeping across the country, and before long you’ll be enjoying balmy summer evenings in your backyard. Now’s the time to upgrade your outdoor living space.

Home improvement spending across the U.S. has risen dramatically. Since the 2008 financial collapse, the industry has been on a steady recovery, and Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies predicts this growth will continue through 2014. Already, home improvement spending is estimated at $144.7 billion, up from $127 billion this time last year. That kind of cash brings outdoor renovations in line with bathroom and kitchen remodeling. It seems everyone agrees: the time to build the deck of your dreams is now, and AdvantageLumber.com is ready to help.

The Future of Decking…Is it Man-Made?

June 9, 2011February 2, 2011 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

I have seen the future of decking….and it is not plastic. From looking over many of the exhibits at the International Builders Show in Orlando, FL, it was apparent there are a ton of composite decking companies there. There were the familiar names and a bunch from overseas countries like China. Despite the elaborate displays …

Top 5 Reasons Why Wood Patios are Naturally Beautiful & Dependable

June 22, 2022April 26, 2010 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

When you spend money to renovate and improve your home’s exterior by building a patio, what is on your short list of needs?

A dependable patio building material?
An eco-friendly wood?
Wood that you won’t have to replace every few years?
How about something that looks really, really good?
Choosing the best wood patio material at the best price?

Those are pretty reasonable requests. There are many wood and composite patio materials in the market which say that they answer all those questions. However, since you’ve done your research, you already know that composite materials have way too many issues (let alone recalls) to even be a viable choice. This leaves solid hard wood decking. As a patio material a patio made of hardwood is going to provide you with:

Decking Reviews – Compare Composite & Wood Deck Materials

July 3, 2023April 21, 2010 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

If you found this blog post searching for “Decking Reviews”, congratulations! You’re right to do your research. You might have even read some negative feedback or heard a lot of marketing hype from both hardwood and composite decking companies. Hopefully, this post clears the confusion about which direction to go in and what material to …

Is Wood Decking Right for You?

March 7, 2022March 4, 2010 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

There’s a ton of misleading information out there about the best decking on the market. It’s getting harder and harder to decipher the truth from mere marketing and fancy packaging. It’s because of this confusion that people are turning back to materials that are proven to stand the test of time. Hardwood decking is, once …