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Recycled building materials can add character to a home while you save money and reduce building waste in landfills. The cost of every item we purchase is determined in part by the price of oil. [...]

Framing inspections are usually only required for decks that are built low to the ground to make it possible for inspectors to their job without crawling under a deck. In these cases you will [...]

Since AZEK and TimberTech joined forces under CPG Building Products in 2013, both brands have focused their combined efforts on continuing the tradition of product innovation. To debut these [...]

New AZEK® Deck Colors Debut at 2018 International Builders’ Show SKOKIE, IL—AZEK® Building Products, No. 1 in premium decking, is unveiling three new deck colors at the 2018 International [...]

Decks constructed around above ground pools are no different than any other freestanding deck. They should not be attached to the pool for any stability. The pool is essentially just adjacent to [...]

herever your deck changes elevation you will need to pay special attention to how the respective levels are supported and attached to one another. It is usually best to frame one level at a time [...]

PORT HOPE — The Municipality has gone through a change in leadership. Former executive director Sue Bernardi, who oversaw the management of Port Hope’s business matters, has taken on a new [...]

Choose a structure and building envelope with the best possible energy performance within your lifestyle needs and budget. There are many choices to make regarding choosing a building envelope, [...]

One of the most important discoveries of man is the use of timber for architectural and aesthetic purposes. Over the years timber has gained wide popularity in architecture and objects and is [...]

Kickstart your decking project A deck is essentially an open-air extension of your living space. Free-standing or attached to a house wall, decking creates a space that’s ideal for outdoor [...]