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Imagine this: you’re having a get together on your deck, drinks are flowing, and dinner is on the grill. Everyone is having a great time until your dog, Spot, squeezes through the railing and gets stuck. You can’t get him out, so now you have to cut your railing apart to get him out. All …
What if I told you there’s a product used in construction that was designed to resist water damage to vulnerable locations on your decking? Chances are you have some on your decking right now, and no, I’m not talking about sealers or oils. Flashing, a metal or plastic material, is used as a barrier between …
Before you entertain guests at your next deck party, educating yourself on the importance of fire safety is critical. Did you know that, according to the United State Fire Administration (USFA), in 2012, there were an estimated 5,700 grill fires on residential properties? Knowing how to set your deck up for safety can avoid a …
Summer is right around the corner which means your deck will see a lot of action! Before you have your next BBQ, it’s crucial to inspect for potential damage that old man winter may have had on your old deck. With winter comes snow, rain, and more than likely, ice. When all that moisture sits …
Over 40 million of decks in the United States are over 20 years old. If you have not inspected the structural integrity of your deck in the past 20 years, or you have a home with a deck you know nothing about, this is the time to inspect the decking for potential hazards. Summer is …
On this episode of DeckBusters™, Mike and Emily test Advantage Ipe™ against today’s modern decking options (capstock composite and PVC). You might be surprised to see the results. Then again, if you know anything about the rugged, natural durability of exotic hardwoods, you probably won’t be too shocked. But, how do the latest plastic options …
DeckBusters™ is finally here! Click to watch various decking materials get put to extremely high impact testing. We’ve said that Advantage Ipe™ is tough…but how tough? Click below to watch the surprising results! (Every board we tested was one-inch thick (5/4×6).