How to Build a Deck

As time goes by, your perfectly stained wooden deck will begin to show signs of wear and tear. Whether it’s a high traffic area or exposed to the elements, when the stain starts to look … Read more

It’s time to stain your deck. You’ve done your research and decided that using a roller is the way to go. But what kind of roller do you need? How do you apply the stain … Read more

A sealer for a wooden deck is not the same as a stain, even though they both will protect the wood from the elements. It’s the differences, however, that determine whether it’s a deck sealing … Read more

You’re building a deck and you want it to last a long, long time. You’ve heard about using stains and sealers to extend the life of the decking, but what about all that framing that’s … Read more

Staining a new deck is a decision that shouldn’t be made lightly. After all, you’ve spent a serious chunk of change putting together all that lumber into an excellent, liveable outdoor space. But when is … Read more

A deck is a great way to increase your outdoor space and have a level surface upon which to sit and recline. Ensuring that it will last, though, begins with the ground underneath it. Should … Read more

It’s time to tear that old deck down and build a new one. Or maybe you need to do some deck repair, and you’re replacing some old boards. Either way, you’re going to have a … Read more

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