According to industry analysts, the residential market for tropical hardwood decking will account for the vast majority of a 7.0 percent growth in imported hardwoods. More homeowners are selecting tropical hardwoods such as such as Ipe, Tigerwood, Cumaru, Garapa and Massaranduba because of their long term durability, fungal and insect resistance, and imperviousness to damage caused by moisture. They also value the fact that decks made from tropical lumber require much less maintenance than other wood types.
Odds and Ends
Did you know there is an extensive amount of lumber wasted when manufacturing mills cut decking to even lengths? For example, to produce 12’ boards they’ll take 13’ boards, cut them down to even length, and discard the cut offs leaving massive piles of beautiful hardwood to waste.
AdvantageLumber.com Opens California Facility
We are pleased to announce the opening of our new location in Santa Fe Springs, CA. Opened in May 2013, our new facility has drastically cut shipping costs for our west coast customers. We have an extensive inventory of decking accessories, Deck Tiles, Ipe Decking, Cumaru Decking, Tigerwood Decking, and we’re quickly building inventory in other species of lumber as well.
Brazil’s Hosting of the 2014 World Cup Bound to Cause Delays and Shortages!
Brazil will be hosting the 2014 World Cup June 12 through July 13. FIFA has estimated that nearly 3 million spectators are expected to attend the games. This massive population increase has the potential to stress the infrastructure and transportation systems in the cities where the games are held. This may make doing business with Brazil during the World Cup unpredictable, at best.
ADVANTAGE DECK TILES
Build a beautiful new deck in hours, not days. With Advantage Deck Tiles, you can take an old concrete patio, balcony or roof and convert it into a beautiful outdoor living space in just a few hours! Our natural wood deck tiles are inexpensive and easy-to-install. They can be installed over any floor with a …
Caring for your deck
Mother Nature can take a toll on wooden decks. But, with proper cleaning and maintenance, your deck will last for many years. Here are some step-by-step instructions: Remove all items such as furniture, plants and carpets from your deck. Protect nearby shrubs and plantings from debris and spray by covering them with plastic sheeting. Remove …
Want to increase the value of your home? Build a deck!
The average return on home improvements is just 60.6%, but you can recoup up to 87 percent of your investment on a new wood deck. “A deck is one of the more cost-effective things you can do,” says Robert Markovich, Home and Yard Editor for Consumer Reports. “Decks are really a high-return item.”
Regardless of where you live, people love outdoor living spaces. It’s where the family gathers, entertains and celebrates. Building an outdoor living space is one of the most affordable ways to expand your home, and increase your home’s value. CLICK HERE to see Remodeling magazine’s Cost vs. Value Report (http://realtormag.realtor.org/home-and-design/cost-vs-value).