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Easier Deck Finishing Q: What can I do with a deck that’s just a few inches off the ground? Stain never lasts on this wood and I think it’s because moisture keeps coming up from the earth. A: [...]

Ontario residents, including those in the Quinte region, are being encouraged to provide their thoughts on proposed changes to the provincial Building Code. The province is aiming to modernize [...]

The new five-storey-plus penthouse condo on the town of Kingsville’s Lake Erie waterfront had its load bearing walls installed so quickly there were virtually no exposed ones left to showcase [...]

Sailors are certainly passionate about their boats, and if you doubt that bold statement, try posting an article dubbed “40 Best Sailboats” and see what happens. Barely had the list [...]

Atlanta — Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, announced that the company’s composite decking business (formerly Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies (AERT) will now operate as MoistureShield. [...]

If you’re building a deck, putting in a pool or constructing a backyard shed, the City of Guelph is reminding homeowners to apply for permits before starting the work. On Saturday, a residential [...]

With outdoor living projects growing in popularity and size, decking represents an attractive category for dealers. At the same time, that strength also means plenty of new products and options [...]

As summer approaches, many Calgarians may be thinking about revamping their backyard with a new deck or pergola, or creating more storage by building a shed. But there are some things to consider [...]

Railings, other accessories can help deck projects stand out. The average decking and other outdoor living projects are getting larger and more extensive, so it’s no surprise that the demand for [...]

LUE MOUNTAIN, ONT. — The 2019 Ontario Builder Awards were recently handed out by the Ontario General Contractors Association at its 11th annual symposium in Blue Mountain, Ont. The winner in [...]