If you’re ready to add on that deck you’ve always wanted, now’s your chance. But if you don’t have the time, tools or knees to do it yourself, you may need to look into hiring someone. The question is, how do you choose a reliable contractor? Use this list so you...
If you’re looking to improve your home’s exterior, there are lots of options for outdoor features, but you’ll want to know your terminology before you start making decisions. We asked professionals in the industry to clarify the difference between these two popular...
One of the perks of composite decking is its durability, but is it completely resistant to rot? We polled experts in the industry. Read on to learn more. Alastair Boyd Alastair Boyd, Community Development Specialist at deckingperth.com.au. Not easily Normally,...
If you like to read your mystery novels on the porch, look at the night sky, or just need to get out of the hectic house and relax, then do it. There’s nothing stopping you. Even in the coming cold you can sit outside and enjoy, despite the temperatures. But how? If...
Wood was the decking material of choice until the late 1990s. At that point, composite decking was introduced and became an attractive alternative to wood due to its low maintenance and high durability. But if it’s not made of wood, what is composite decking made of?...
As the old adage goes, “Happy wife, happy life.” And, who doesn’t want to impress their spouse anyway? So, in preparation for Wife Appreciation Day on September 20, we want to give you some ideas to show your romantic side and add to your happy life. The best part is...
Does your new neighbor Ron seem like Mr. Fix-it? Always with the greenest, evenest grass? Or the biggest, brightest Christmas decorations? Or even worse, the nicest deck in the neighborhood? Prove him wrong. Show your yard is better. And the best place to start?...
Gazebo canopies can take a beating from the elements. If yours is battle-weary, you’ll need to order a new one—and that involves knowing the right size. Read on to learn tricks of the trade for measuring correctly. Jesse Silkoff Jesse Silkoff, Co-Founder and...
Look around, do you see the ocean out every single window? Do you feel a slight sway in your living room? Are you wearing a shirt with billowing sleeves? If you answered no to all these questions, then you are most likely not a pirate. Phew, you can take off the eye...
Building a good deck is like assembling a good recipe. You want the right ingredients in the right order at the right time. Get something wrong and your deck (and brownies) could go very badly. As you are designing your ideal deck, you might feel overwhelmed by all...
