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An experienced deck builder will tell you this: deciding whether to fix or replace your wooden deck is not easy. That’s because not all decks are made of the same wood species. Then not all decks are in the same condition or have to tolerate the same climatic conditions. Plus, not all of them are 100 years old either. And don’t forget that decks are more than the boards you step on. If most components – of those you don’t see, are rotten, damaged, broken, or warped, it’s best to get a new deck even if you keep the boards nice and shiny. On the other hand, if just one post rots, it may be hard to replace it but there’s no need to replace the entire deck. Simply put, each case is different. Read More

Like with all things we often wonder whether to fix or toss, wooden pergolas put us in this dilemma too. There comes a time when we realize that we should have been more attentive to this gorgeous structure that decorates our backyard and now that it’s dirty, stained, or even sagging – clear evidence that it’s seen better days, we wonder whether to keep or toss it. Read More

Wooden fences have been around for a long time. And there’s a good reason for that. In spite of the fence style and design, wood is an excellent choice among all other materials. It’s versatile, warm, practical, and elegant. If there’s already a wood deck or a wooden pergola in your backyard, a fence made of the same timber will come to complement the style and bring the home aesthetics to another level. Read More

Maximizing your comfort in the backyard is all about making good use of your deck. Besides, the whole idea of deck building was to spend more time outdoors, right there at home. Who would do that if the environment is hostile and hardly comfortable? Read More

Building decks is all about creating a splendid environment for outdoor activities and entertainment. And you certainly don’t want to do that in the dark. When it comes to choosing deck lighting, it’s not only about throwing a few fixtures here and there, randomly. It’s about creating the right environment for all activities. It’s also about feeling safe. It’s about increasing security too. Should we shed some light on how to make your outdoor decking a safe place? Read More

One would (rightly) argue that cleaning the outdoor decking takes a broom. Maybe, some water with the hose. And such an approach will be alright only and only if the deck was last cleaned the other day – not last year. Read More

Words cannot really do justice to the breath-taking beauty of hardwood decks. The elegance of hardwoods is one of the elements that makes them some of the most sought-after timbers for deck construction, despite the high price. All the same, they deserve all the credits and are, definitely, worth the extra expense. Read More

Wood decks are beautiful but come with the risk of rotting. Does this imply that all wooden decks are going to rot one day? Not exactly, although the possibility is high. Read More

Creating your very own urban oasis with an unparalleled ambience right there in your backyard may not be a tiny project, but it’s totally worth it. That’s if you love the outdoors and love even more spending time out there with friends and family, alone or with a book as your only companion. Read More

What you know as your outdoor decking is only a section of the whole structure. Even if this is a simple structure, the deck construction is much more complicated – at least, much more than meets the eye. Read More