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Common Code Requirements For Decks :: Posts, Footers, Stairs + Common Violations

Many homeowners dream of having a deck, and every home should be entitled to have one, right? Well, it depends on where you live. Each city in the U.S. has requirements about...

by Dave Nichols

The Pros and Cons of Reclaimed Wood :: What to Know

The use of reclaimed wood isn’t a new concept, but it’s seen a surge in popularity especially with the green building and remodeling boom. Reclaimed lumber is simply wood with a past...

by Katherine Morrison

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Tips for Cleaning a Wood Deck :: Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Decking

I hate the words “spring cleaning.” I hate long checklists that remind me of all the things I don’t feel like doing. I hate the hours of dirty, sweaty work required to...

by Dave Nichols

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Can Your Wood Deck Survive Another Harsh Winter? :: How to Winterize a Wood Deck

Make-Maintain-Fix

Unfortunately, when it comes to wood decking, poor maintenance can also pose a safety hazard. Dry rot, weakened ledger connections and failing footings can all contribute to deck collapse. Not to get...

by Dave Nichols

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Strong Screws :: The Story with Simpson Strong-Tie Structural Screws

Products

I will set instead to look solely at the Simpson Strong-Tie® fastener options. And I don’t know about you, but it was kinda news to me. I mean - beyond joist hanger...

by jb bartkowiak

Pressure Washing Basics :: Like Sweeping with Water

First, let me say that using a pressure washer (kinda like painting) is something everyone seems to think they can do. That is - until a job turns horribly wrong. Ha! Be...

by jb bartkowiak

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Garage Floor Coatings Provide Options for Any Living Space

It’s hard to find a better use for areas of your home like the garage or basement. But if you’re ready to clear out that clutter and reclaim the territory for you...

by Ben Freund

Designing a Contemporary Railing :: Not to be De-Railed the Decor Girl Does Her Railing

Remodeling

As part of our ongoing remodeling project of a rather cool 1978 contemporary house, the latest improvement has been a new exterior railings. Ideally this would have been one of the last...

by Lisa Smith

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How to Pick Great Patio and Deck Furniture :: Style Construction and Size

Most importantly, choose deck furniture you like and that is comfortable. Despite trends and styles, ultimately, you have to live with your decision, so choose items that will make the most out...

by Shawn Kabrick

The Story with Story Tapes :: An Alternative to Traditional Tape Measures?

Tools

The 12ft tape - a fantastic option for shop work or really any repetitive building activity that fits in that scale. But as Jane suggests, story tapes may be as equally valuable...

by jb bartkowiak

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Pool Deck, What Next? :: Outdoor Living Options

Adding a pool and deck to my yard totally changed the way we use it. We're outside more often, enjoying the sun and cooling off in the water. But all that time...

by Jesse Langley