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What Causes Deck Boards to Cup, Warp, and Crack?

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Deck boards are built to handle years of sun, rain, humidity, and changing temperatures, but no decking material is completely immune to movement. Over time, you may notice boards that begin to cup, warp, or develop cracks. While these issues can be frustrating, they usually don’t happen without a reason. In most cases, moisture is …

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Top 5 End Grain Issues with Ipe and other Hardwoods

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End grain is not often talked about and is a neglected part of your deck. Issues such as Ipe wood problems can also become apparent over time. You don’t think about it when you’re making your precise cuts. It’s only after you see some checking and cracking that you begin to really think about what …

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