Deck building tips and tricks. Discussion about wood and much more!
A dock is more than a structure that you tie your boat to. It can transform the look of and impact the value of your home. For instance, many docks are made of pressure treated decking which is unsuitable for long term use. When used for docks, or other marine applications, this wood is susceptible …
We’ve talked before about why gap spacing deck boards is a critical step in the deck building process. But, did you know that it’s just as important to let fresh air flow from under your deck? Watch this video to see why blocking or constricting air flow can lead to big problems: Now, you might …
If you live in a colder climate and are concerned about issues that are known to plague weaker materials like Redwood, Cedar, and Pine, then choosing a thick and robust material is advisable. Often in cold, dry climates, softer woods can experience excessive shrinkage, cupping, splitting, and other nasty surprises. Our custom-milled 5/4×6 Pregrooved Cumaru …
When you work with a deck builder who cares about the end result and your satisfaction, you end up with a deck that is a true showpiece. Case in point, we recently visited one Florida deck builder who took great pride in creating a second story balcony deck. As you’ll see in the video below, …
GREAT NEWS! Our mills are now shipping premium grade Massaranduba decking to homes and job sites around the world. Here are the benefits you receive from choosing this hardwood over softer redwoods: Great savings (up to 25%) over other decking materials Excellent mold, rot & decay resistance Less maintenance than softer wood decking Responsibly harvested …
What makes 1×6 Plus Cumaru Decking the right choice for your home? Well, if you value durability and longevity, you will want to watch the video below. We made this informative video to show you the benefits you receive from this specially made decking option from AdvantageLumber.com. You’ll learn what makes our Cumaru stand out …
A deck is a quick and simple way to get more use from you property. Unlike a covered patio or porch, a deck floating six inches or twelve feet above the ground level offers a completely different feeling. As people choose to stay in their homes longer, decks are being built and renovated now more …