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Deck Restoration Products – Saving Grace, or Lipstick on a Pig?

October 8, 2013October 8, 2013 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

If your car looked like this, would you just paint it or purchase a new one?

Every so often new decking products come on the market. These products always claim to be the “perfect solution,” and the last item you’ll ever need. While some products really do live up the hype, there are still plenty that fall short of their claims.

Over the years there has been an increasing number of homeowners using deck coating products to salvage their rickety old pressure treated decks. Here’s some interesting things to consider before you decide to paint your deck with these new coating products.

The 7 Deadly Sins of Deck Building: #6 Sloth

July 15, 2016August 31, 2013 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

When a company advertises their decking product as “no maintenance,” it’s far from the truth. There is a difference between “no maintenance” and “low maintenance.” Neither one of these mean you can neglect your deck altogether. Being lazy without routine maintenance could just be a recipe for disaster. If you are unsure about the safety …

The 7 Deadly Sins of Deck Building: #4 Gluttony

September 3, 2013August 29, 2013 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

When you think of summer, you think of BBQs, holidays, and pretty much outdoor activity that allows you to be gluttonous to the fullest extent. With these outdoor gatherings, there’s almost always a grill or a fire pit involved. Don’t let your celebration of summer eating interfere with grilling and fire safety. You can’t have …

The 7 Deadly Sins of Deck Building: #3 Lust

September 3, 2013August 28, 2013 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

So you’ve been contemplating a new deck for a while. You’ve chosen the materials and the basic design, but now it’s time to choose the right contractor. This is the most crucial part of the deck building process. Your desire for your new deck can cloud your sense of good judgement, If this begins to …

Deck Safety Tips: Don’t Turn Off the Light!

August 19, 2013June 18, 2013 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

This time of year brings good weather well into the night. This could mean a lot of late night parties, or get togethers. When we spend more time outdoors at night, we need adequate lighting to maintain a reasonable level of safety. This is why it’s important to have enough working lighting available so you …

Deck Safety Tips: Outdoor Furniture Maintenance

July 15, 2016June 14, 2013 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Nothing can ruin a gorgeous deck like broken, rusty, unmaintained furniture. Sure, outdoor furniture is built to endure more abuse than indoor furniture, but this doesn’t make it “maintenance free.” With a little elbow grease, you can shine up your deck furniture in no time. Chances are your furniture has been sitting all winter long. …

Deck Safety Tips: Stairways Need Attention Too!

June 13, 2013 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

During the summer, spending time outside is inevitable. This is why there is no better time then now to check your decking, especially your stairs. After you have checked for loose/corroded fasteners, and split/decaying wood be sure to inspect your stairs. As always, if you are unsure about the safety and stability of your decking …