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Today, we are going to talk about an important aspect of home care – cleaning and maintaining your beautiful Brazilian Cherry Hardwood Floors. These floors are known for their robustness and gorgeous rich red hues, adding warmth and elegance to any home. However, their beauty needs care to last, which means you should know the …
Building a deck over a concrete patio strikes many as a great way to revitalize their backyard. Cover up that old, dirty, cracked concrete slab with the rich, natural beauty of wood; a perfect solution! And it can be…but the reality is that installing a deck over concrete is usually a bad idea. Deck Problems …
As large-scale commercial projects continue to demand innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions, one material that has consistently maintained its ground in the building industry is Trex decking. Trex, a pioneer in wood-alternative composite decking, has gained significant attention for its Eco-friendly products that mimic the beauty of traditional wood without its drawbacks. For project managers …
Yes, like many types of composite and PVC decking materials, TimberTech decking can get hot in the sun, especially during the summer months and in hot climates. The extent of how hot it gets can depend on several factors: Color: Darker colors tend to absorb more heat compared to lighter colors. If you choose a …
CAMO, a brand under National Nail Corp., provides a variety of hidden deck fasteners designed to help create a clean, unblemished look in deck construction. These fasteners are designed to be driven into the sides of deck boards, concealing them from view. Below are some of the CAMO hidden fasteners and related products available: CAMO …
Trex decking typically has a thickness of about 1 inch. The CAMO deck fastener length you choose should account for this thickness plus the depth you want the screw to go into the joist below. CAMO Edge deck screws are available in lengths like 1-7/8″ and 2-3/8″. For a 1-inch thick Trex deck board, you …
Decking plays an integral role in the design and functionality of outdoor living spaces. Homeowners and commercial property owners are constantly on the lookout for decking materials that not only look aesthetically pleasing but also perform exceptionally well against various weather conditions. In the search for the perfect decking material, High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) has risen …