Do-It-Yourself

Advantage Ipe™ Deck Tile Installation on a Balcony or Terrace

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Just how easy is it to install Advantage Ipe deck tiles? Watch this video and see you can turn a large balcony into an attractive deck in just one afternoon: Renovating your outdoor space doesn’t have to be a hassle! You can get the beautiful outdoor oasis of your dreams much easier than you think. …

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Southeast Gardening for the Fall – Add A Pop Of Color to Your Deck or Porch

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During the fall, Florida and other Southeastern states still enjoy warmer weather than many other places in the United States. If you live in the Southeast and want to replenish the look of your front porch or back deck with some beautiful new foliage, then read on. Choosing the right plants for your garden doesn’t have to be a difficult task. Colorful, beautiful and low-maintenance landscapes are easier to acquire than you think. This list of plants will not only add burst of color to your garden, they are super easy to grow!

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Advantage Cumaru™ Deck Tiles – A True Alternative to Smaller Teak Tiles

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I know you’ve probably been tempted to purchase those little wood tiles to make a quick fix to the eye sore you call your backyard. You know, the ones found at those big name stores filled with products that will last maybe a year (If you’re lucky!). Well if you bought them, I’m really quite …

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Northeast Gardening – Add Some Life to Your Outdoor Deck or Patio in the Fall

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The Northeast is known for its lush and bountiful foliage. All the deep greens and bright colors are striking at first sight. But you may be wondering what to grow this season. Here is a list of steadfast fall plants that will thrive in your region. These plants can be a great addition on or around your deck. If you are the type of person who loves to spend a cool morning or quiet evening outside, then add some new life to your deck, front porch, or garden with these plants:

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

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

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It’s Decktober! Save Now on Deck Tiles, Ipe & Cumaru

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In the spirit of Fall, we’ve dropped the prices on some of our most popular decking products: 24×24 Advantage Ipe Deck Tiles (Smooth) 20×20 Advantage Ipe Deck Tiles (Smooth) 20×20 Advantage Ipe Deck Tiles (Anti-Slip) 1×6 Plus® Advantage Ipe* 5/4×6 Advantage Ipe* 1×6 Plus® Advantage Cumaru* 5/4×6 Advantage Cumaru* So, if you’ve been looking for …

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