When southern pine is treated, it undergoes a process in which it is soaked with a liquid solution of copper azole preservative. This “wet” board is then either shipped out to consumers, or it undergoes a drying process called KDAT, or Kiln Dried After Treatment. KDAT...
Does composite decking get too hot? We often get asked what is the coolest decking in our low-maintenance options. With the rise in popularity of composite and capped composite decking which offer a low-maintenance lifestyle, this is something to consider when making...
TimberTech vs Trex Our customers often ask about the difference between TimberTech vs Trex. Here’s some basic info to help you decide whether a Trex composite deck or TimberTech composite deck is right for your outdoor living space. A Brief History of Trex Trex...
Trex vs. AZEK: Which Is the Best Composite Decking? With so many choices of low-maintenance decking out there, which one is best — Trex vs. AZEK? It’s a question we get asked all the time. But I would rephrase the question to say instead: “With so many great...
Azek versus TimberTech, which is the better composite decking? Azek decking and TimberTech decking are becoming more and more common as the demand for low-maintenance decking increases. Homeowners are becoming more and more aware of the benefits of composite decking....
What Is an Ipe Deck? (Pssst, It’s Pronounced Ee-pay) Ipe decks are made of wood from trees of the Handroanthus genus — a group of about 30 tree species found in Central and South America. Also called Brazilian walnut because it’s found in the Amazon rainforest,...
When it comes to transforming your outdoor space into a stunning oasis, Trex decking offers an ideal combination of durability, low maintenance, and aesthetic appeal. With a wide array of colors and styles to choose from, selecting the right Trex decking color can...
Cedar wood was the talk of the town. Cedar wood has been long associated with decks and outdoor carpentry. You’ve probably seen cedar decks in use nearby, as well as cedar house siding, pergolas, garden structures, and fencing. In our part of Northeast Ohio, Western...
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