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Restoring Your Gray Deck, The Right Way

May 17, 2022July 28, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Have you ever passed by a store and noticed the color on a poster wasn’t quite right? Or perhaps the color of your car has lost its shine after a few years. What you see are the effect of the sun’s ultra-violet rays. The same ultra-violet rays that cause car paint and posters to fade also …

Dress Up Your Deck Posts

June 30, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Decks are one of the best outdoor renovations. They provide a beautiful open space to enjoy the outdoors with friends and family. It’s no wonder that after spending your hard-earned money on the project, seeing unsightly posts can be a nuisance.

Outdoor Renovation: Deck vs Covered Porch

June 23, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

If you’re like most home owners, you’re looking to invest in creating a small outdoor oasis for your friends and family this summer. With the multitude of options for your backyard, how do you know what’s right for you? Two options that many homeowners consider are decks and porches.

The Case for Solid Wood Products

July 15, 2015June 16, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Wood. The mere mention of the word draws up images of sawdust, lumberjacks, and carpenters creating art from something as simple as a log. Its value has always been known, and throughout centuries it’s been a prized material for fuel, construction, and art. With the advent of modern technology, however, wood use has declined in the American home.

Is building a deck with short lengths worth it?

June 2, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Short lengths or long lengths? This question has been debated as long as decks have been around, and with good reason. Both types of decking have their merits and faults, but while long length decking has enjoyed mainstream acceptance, short length decking has a lack of advocates.

Why should you choose to opt for short length decking?

Safety Month – Week 4: Should you look at your deck’s furniture & décor?

May 26, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

The last week of Deck Safety Month is here, which means it’s time to address an aspect of deck inspection that’s often overlooked: the furniture and décor.

Though these objects may seem trivial, they are used by your friends and family every day, so it’s important to make sure they are well-maintained.

Safety Month – Week 3: How To Inspect Your Deck Boards

May 18, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

It’s important to inspect your deck boards. Not only do they form the surface upon which your guests will walk, they are also out in the open, vulnerable to all weather effects. Although deck boards themselves don’t cause a deck to collapse, they can create tripping hazards or weak places where someone could fall through.