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What Are the Hardest Woods? A Guide to the Toughest Options for Your Deck

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When it comes to building a deck, choosing the right wood species is crucial for durability, beauty, and longevity. Hardwoods are often the go-to choice for those looking to build a deck that can withstand the test of time and harsh weather conditions. But not all hardwoods are created equal—some are tougher than others, making …

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What is the Best Exterior Deck Material?

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When it comes to choosing the best material for your exterior deck, the options can seem overwhelming. There are numerous types of wood, composite, and PVC materials on the market, each with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. However, among the plethora of choices, one material consistently stands out for its unmatched quality, durability, …

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What Decking Lasts the Longest?

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When it comes to decking materials, longevity is a crucial factor to consider. Homeowners and builders alike seek decking options that not only look great but also stand the test of time. In this blog post, we’ll explore the top three hardwood decking materials known for their durability and longevity. We’ll also discuss some important …

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Get Ready for Decking Season with AdvantageLumber.com

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Spring is sweeping across the country, and before long you’ll be enjoying balmy summer evenings in your backyard. Now’s the time to upgrade your outdoor living space.

Home improvement spending across the U.S. has risen dramatically. Since the 2008 financial collapse, the industry has been on a steady recovery, and Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies predicts this growth will continue through 2014. Already, home improvement spending is estimated at $144.7 billion, up from $127 billion this time last year. That kind of cash brings outdoor renovations in line with bathroom and kitchen remodeling. It seems everyone agrees: the time to build the deck of your dreams is now, and AdvantageLumber.com is ready to help.

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What’s the Best Decking Material to Build with in 2011?

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Spring is finally here. The morning air is more welcoming. And, the memory of shoveling snow is fading. If you’ve been inspired and are thinking of extending your outdoor living area with a new deck, you are not alone! Thousands of deck remodels and new builds are being planned by hard working professionals and DIY …

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Pool Decking Options

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If you’re looking for pool decking, hardwoods offer excellent benefits that will keep you, your guests, and children safe. Many times, people who settle for plastic decking have to pay extra attention to the decking that surrounds their pool. It’s not hard to imagine that wet plastic composite decking could act more like a “slip …

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Green Decking Options – 5 Things You Need to Know

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Tigerwood is a green decking option.
A Tigerwood deck highlights how wood decking is beautiful, versatile, & eco-friendly.

These days, being green and using eco-friendly products is more than a trend. Our whole economy is starting to recognize and value materials and items that have been manufactured and/or promote a healthy, green, and eco-savvy lifestyle. Even the recent oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico has shown us that there can be a heavy price to pay when we rely too much on environmentally problematic and damaging resources and materials.

What does this have to do with wood decking?

Well, there is a huge marketing push led by composite decking companies to cast all wood decking as non-eco-friendly. These companies want you to believe that all wood decking comes from illegal logging and that it decimates the world’s forests. Here’s the truth, as an FSC certified lumber supplier, the wood decking that we sell here at Advantage comes from eco-friendly forestry practices.

Here are 5 things you need to know about Green Decking:

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