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Before you entertain guests at your next deck party, educating yourself on the importance of fire safety is critical. It’s also important to keep in mind general deck safety tips to ensure everyone has a safe experience. Did you know that, according to the United State Fire Administration (USFA), in 2012, there were an estimated …
Buffalo, NY May 28, 2013 AdvantageLumber.com is opening a 50,000-square foot manufacturing and distribution facility in Los Angeles (Santa Fe Springs), California. This facility will be operational within a few weeks and will service California and West Coast contractors, designers, and homeowners with affordable and sustainable hardwood decking materials. The new location will be operated as Wood …
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 …
Advantage Deck Tiles™ are the easiest way to enhance to look of any outdoor space. They are ideal for both renters and homeowners who are looking for a fast and easy way to renovate their apartments or home. Many of our customers say that installing their new tiles took them less than a day. Another …
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).