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One of the first questions customers ask us when they look at hardwood decking is pretty simple: How long is this stuff actually going to last? Honestly, it’s a fair question. After all, if you’re spending the money to build a deck with Ipe, Cumaru, Tigerwood, Teak, or another premium hardwood, you probably don’t want …
Here’s a situation we’ve seen more than a few times over the years. A homeowner builds a beautiful Ipe or Cumaru deck over a traditional pressure treated wood frame. Then, ten or fifteen years later, they look at the deck boards and think, “These still look pretty good.” And I mean really good in some …
August can be an interesting month in the building material business, especially for those starting Home Renovation Projects. I’ve always thought August tends to sneak up on people. One minute you’re talking about Memorial Day projects, and the next minute somebody’s asking whether they can get their deck finished before Labor Day. For one thing, …
Late summer can put a deck through some pretty rough conditions. For example, a deck might bake in 90 degree sun during the afternoon, then face cool nights only a couple of weeks later. In fact, in some parts of the country, you can get a pretty good temperature swing in a single day. It’s …
Late summer is one of our favorite times of year to work on a deck. By this point, you’ve probably spent enough time outside to notice the little things you’d like to change. Maybe the deck needs some attention. Maybe the railing looks dated. Maybe you could use better lighting around the stairs. Or maybe …
Summer is when your backyard becomes the heart of your home. If you’re looking for fresh deck design ideas, this list of 10 deck design ideas features inspiration for every type of gathering—whether you’re hosting a Fourth of July cookout, neighborhood barbecue, pool party, or simply enjoying dinner outdoors with family, a well-designed deck can …
Not all composite decks have the same visual impact. A simple design feature called picture framing can make a deck look cleaner, more custom, and significantly more expensive. A picture frame border gives a composite deck clean lines, hides exposed board ends, and creates the kind of finished look that’s often associated with custom-built, high-end …