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A patio is your home away from home. It’s a place to escape where all the worries and stress of everyday life melt away. The perfect way to turn your patio into this get away is to use hardwood. Wood has a beautiful welcoming feel that relaxes and comforts. This characteristic is embedded into our …
So you’ve decided Advantage Rainscreen Siding™ is the right choice for your home renovation project. The only problem is that you want your home to stand out amongst the crowd of run-of-the-mill looks. For an eye-catching look not seen in many homes, vertical installation* of rainscreen siding is a definite possibility. When you combine the …
What is the best wood siding? Cedar? Pine? Or something harder with a track record of reliable performance? Ipe and Cumaru are two hardwoods with an exceptional track record of performance. At AdvantageLumber.com we offer two distinct and proven siding options for homes. Both of our siding profiles are offered in our most popular wood …
Since the performance of wood siding can be affected by moisture, it’s important to take great care during the initial install. The whole house must be properly prepped and built to insure long-lasting service and to prevent moisture accumulation or excessive moisture fluctuation within building components that can induce checking, warping, rotting of wood and …
Deciding the type of exterior siding you want in your house is a difficult task. After all, nothing will impact the appearance and “first impression” of your home more than the look it has on the outside. There are several options for exterior siding in the market and if you are still wondering which one …
A question we often receive from homeowners is, “Can I use ipe for siding?” If you want to use a material that will outlast cedar, vinyl, cement, and aluminum, then YES, Ipe is your best choice. There are some very practical reasons why wood siding made of ipe is your best overall option. Of all …
Deck Design of the Week Oakland Home Uses Ipe to Make Gorgeous Courtyard If you’ve ever thought of building a courtyard for your outdoor living area, then this Oakland home should serve as some great inspiration. Designed by the Ohashi Design Studio in Emeryville, CA, this deck design captures you immediately especially when you see …