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Architects have more exterior building materials to choose from than ever. Despite all the composite, PVC, metal, and other manufactured products available today, real wood continues to have a place in modern architecture. One material that is attracting more attention is thermally modified wood. It offers something that’s difficult to find in one material: the …
When choosing siding, homeowners often compare the low-maintenance appeal of fiber cement with the natural character of wood. Both materials can work well on a home, but they offer very different looks, performance characteristics, and maintenance requirements. Natural wood siding is also more versatile than many homeowners realize. Beyond traditional cedar, today’s options include tropical …
People barely notice a soffit until it looks wrong. Indeed, they notice it every time they walk up to the house. At the same time, that strip of wood under the eaves or on a porch ceiling does more than hide rafters. In fact, it finishes the building. As a result, it ties the siding …
A new deck can serve your home for decades, although materials, weather, and construction methods all affect its lifespan. With that in mind, our Decking Lifespan Calculator helps you compare the hardwood, composite, PVC, and framing products we sell at AdvantageLumber.com. How Long Does Hardwood Decking Last? To begin with, dense hardwoods naturally resist rot, …
Most homeowners start a Trex deck project with one question: How many deck boards do I need? You can measure the deck’s length and width to find its square footage. Though this first step looks simple, square footage tells only part of the story. Board length, deck layout, joist spacing, stairs, picture frames, and cutting …
If your deck has picked up a summer’s worth of dirt, pollen, leaves, and mildew, fall is a good time to clean it before winter settles in. A pressure washer can clean a deck quickly, but too much pressure can damage the boards. In many cases, you may get just as good a result with …
When you compare decking materials, PVC decking can stand out pretty quickly because of its price. PVC often costs more upfront than standard composite decking and some natural wood options. So, is the extra investment actually worth it? For many homeowners, it can be. PVC offers excellent moisture resistance, low maintenance, long-term durability, and realistic …