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With time and normal wear and tear, nearly every deck needs to be refinished after several years to better protect the wood and revitalize the stain color. While refinishing, it’s also a [...]

Decks are a popular backyard feature to have and for good reason. Many homeowners with decks have additional usable space in their backyard as well as a place to entertain visitors outside. [...]

When it comes to maintaining the appearance of your deck, decorating essentials may first come to mind. Beautiful patios are an ideal to aspire toward, but they may hide some disturbing facts [...]

Life happens, even during a pandemic: The washing machine breaks, the sink leaks, the stove goes cold. You need a service technician. Having someone breach your safe space is not without risk, so [...]

Life happens, even during a pandemic. The washing machine breaks, the sink leaks, the stove goes cold. For months, you’ve been limiting house guests. But this is different: You need a service [...]

Keep Your Outdoor Living Space Looking Its Best Having a deck, porch or patio can be a wonderful addition to any home—no matter whether it’s for curling up with a good book, entertaining guests, [...]

This article details the steps required to repair decking that has rotted. It is taken from an original article written by Steve Smith, and modified to reflect European construction and materials [...]

Wood is one of the most common deck building materials. The variety of woods available are so numerous that there is a look to satisfy nearly everyone. Wood is also strong and lasts longer than [...]

If you’re considering a DIY deck project, you’re probably wondering what tools you’ll need. The good news is, if you’re a handy guy or gal, chances are you already own many of the tools needed [...]

Repairing a small area of your deck can save you time and money. If a cosmetic issue, remove the plank, flip and refasten. If repairing a damaged joist, support the deck on one side or it could [...]