When I was building my deck a few summers ago, I was amazed at how many different fastening options were available. It would’ve been handy to fasten everything together with just one size of screw, … Read more
You’ve made it to that golden moment in the construction of your deck when it’s finally time to lay down the deck boards. But as you install that first and second boards, you suddenly find … Read more
There are many pros to cedar decks – both aesthetic and structural. Cedar is naturally resistant to splitting, warping, rotting, and insect infestations. It also has a low shrinkage factor, especially when compared to other … Read more
Before your deck is ready for use, it is going to need steps for access. One common method of building stairs involves cutting stringers, upon which the stairs will be mounted. But what if you … Read more
Birds are lovely creatures, and they’re an important part of nature’s ecosystem. However, the droppings they leave behind are certainly not pleasant. Not many of us have time to fully pressure wash our deck and … Read more
So much goes into the planning and design of a deck, that it’s easy to overlook the deck stair landing. Of course, this would be a terrible oversight! If you want a safe, secure deck … Read more
When we built a new deck off the back of our home two years ago, I was pretty excited. A deck is undoubtedly a great addition to any home. However, if you’ve ever walked out … Read more
When you’re looking to build a deck, there are many factors to take into consideration. One of the most important pieces to planning your deck is deciding what type of deck footings to use to … Read more
Building a deck can be a challenge, especially if you’re not sure whether it’s a job for screws or nails or both. Wondering what the benefits of each are? Your fasteners are an essential part … Read more
So, you’ve taken on the ambitious project of building a deck. You’ve completed the framing and have finally reached the fun part–laying the deck boards. You want the decking to have enough screws to be … Read more