by Micha | Apr 22, 2024 | Ask Our Experts
One of the challenges that we often face with higher walk-out decks is placement of the long staircase. When a deck is 7’ to 9’ above grade the staircase can be 16’ or longer, so we must be careful to place it in a location that is most useful without negatively...
by Micha | Apr 22, 2024 | Ask Our Experts
As I visit clients’ homes and prepare designs and estimates, I often find that to consumers, the deck building process can be a bit confusing. There are a lot of decisions to make and the amount of choices can seem overwhelming at first. We have created a Deck Design...
by Micha | Apr 22, 2024 | Ask Our Experts
Some of the most beautiful scenery can surround your home when backed up to a riverbed or ravine, but it certainly can present a challenge when trying to design an outdoor living space. While certain precautions need to be taken when engineering a project like this, a...
by Micha | Apr 22, 2024 | Ask Our Experts
One of the most visible parts of any deck is its fascia. Fascia is the vertical band of material that borders below the deck surface. The main purpose of fascia on a composite deck is to conceal the outer rim joist and serve as a transition piece from...
by Micha | Apr 22, 2024 | Ask Our Experts
I recently read an article that 50% or approximately 20 million decks in the United are unsafe and in danger of collapse. Another study put out by the Consumer Product Safety Commission revealed that in a five-year period, over 224,000 people have been injured in deck...
by Micha | Apr 22, 2024 | Ask Our Experts, Decking Materials
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...
by Micha | Apr 22, 2024 | Ask Our Experts
It used to be that when our outdoor activities ended at dusk because any stairs or obstacles became a trip hazard, and bright floodlights would attract unwanted mosquitos. But those days are now in the past with advancements in deck and landscape lighting. You’ll love...
by Micha | Apr 22, 2024 | Ask Our Experts
What is a Gazebo? A gazebo is a roofed structure that offers an open view of the surrounding area and provides shade and protection from the elements. It’s one of the earliest forms of outdoor shelter, predating the tent and acting as a garden fixture in many cultures...
by Micha | Apr 22, 2024 | Ask Our Experts
Imagine sitting under a pergola on a hot summer day, or enjoying an early cup of joe in a pavilion. When it comes to outdoor living spaces, both pergolas and pavilions can be great additions to a deck or patio. But how do you determine which one is best for your...
by Micha | Apr 22, 2024 | Ask Our Experts, Decking Materials
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...
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