7 things to know when building a backyard deck
With summer in full swing many homeowners turn their eye to a backyard deck. What better place to relax or have a barbecue and entertain their friends? But if you’re planning to build one [...]
Staining your wood deck properly can be tricky
Can you please recommend a really good deck surface paint for an older cedar deck with adhesion issues? I have used several and they do not last much longer than a year before peeling. The deck [...]
All decked out for family fun
Imagine walking out your patio doors as the sun peeks through the morning clouds while the sky is brilliantly lit up with streaks of orange, red and yellow. A mug of coffee in your hand, you [...]
Do fences, decks and pools add value to your home?
Summer’s finally here and as we start to spend more time outdoors, you may look around your yard thinking that it’s missing something. Outdoor structures like decks, fire pits and pools can bring [...]
Don’t forget about your patio during winter
Patios and decks are a popular addition for many homeowners. They offer an open space to enjoy personal time outside and are great for socializing with friends, family and guests. However, in the [...]
Barrette enters decking with DuraLife deal
Barrette Outdoor Living Inc. acquired the DuraLife composite decking and railing brands and assets from Integrity Composites LLC. The strategic deal lets BOL enter the decking space and expand [...]
Homeowner frustrated by East Gwillimbury bylaw’s restrictions on deck size
Imagine building a perfectly good deck in your backyard only to have to tear it out because it violated the town’s zoning bylaw. That’s exactly what happened to resident Rob Hunter. A bylaw [...]
Dogs on deck: 2 eateries just off Whyte Avenue open their patios to dogs
Patio lovers who own dogs can rejoice now that a few Edmonton restaurants have received permits allowing dogs on their decks. El Cortez — located on 8230 Gateway Blvd. — and Have Mercy on 8232 [...]
Looking for a Halloween scare? Londoners deck out their yards while McCullough’s shares costume tips
It’s down to the wire for anyone still looking for a Halloween costume as we’re getting close to trick or treating time. Crystal Sheridan with McCullough’s Costume and Party Supplies says while [...]
Deck the Falls awarded best new event
A walking tour of the Fallsview tourism district first added to the Ontario Power Generation Winter Festival of Lights in 2016 has been recognized by Festival and Events Ontario. Deck the Falls [...]
