A Tale of Two Decks
One deck survived a tree crashing onto it. Another deck collapsed to the ground when hit by a smaller tree. Why?
Read MoreOne deck survived a tree crashing onto it. Another deck collapsed to the ground when hit by a smaller tree. Why?
Read MoreIf your deck’s frame was built properly, it should last decades. But what about the deck flooring? PT, fir, cedar, mahogany, ipe, and plastic synthetics age differently, and fail differently.
Read MoreThe short answer is “No”. The long answer is also “No”. Really? Yeah,...
Read MoreIf your deck violates the building code, why has it not fallen down? There are several reasons, let’s look at them….
Read MoreI like ice, but not on my backyard deck. It can injure my family….Mother Nature builds ice daggers to puncture your deck. What can you do?
Read MoreA “pergola” is a flower? No. It’s the snooty word for a trellis….An elaborate pergola might have layers above the rafters — purlins and maybe laths…It may incorporate curves or other interesting shapes….Even romance.
Read MoreThe trade-off between wood and artificial decking used to be Good Appearance vs. Low Maintenance. Not anymore….Artificial decking is looking better and better….
Read MoreCantilevering deck joists allows you to build larger decks at lower cost. They are safe, but you must follow some special rules.
Read MoreA wave of state and federal regulations forced the paint and stain companies to reformulate their products….How do the new water based stains perform? The results are surprising…
Read MoreCan I convert my back deck to a screened porch? Replace that hot bug magnet with a cool, sheltered outdoor room? Yes, you can — depending on a number of factors.
Read MoreA front porch is your home’s face. It’s what everyone sees as they drive by. Does your home need some make-up? Or a full make-over?… Here are four categories of front porches.
Read MoreYour spouse has been talking incessantly about a friend’s new sunroom. It has an airy, wide open space and great style, but mostly, it has light….Six major factors drive the cost of a sunroom:…
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