If you’re planning to build a composite deck, you’ve likely come across cortex screws in your research — along with many other options like hidden clips and color-matched fasteners. So, you’re probably wondering, what are cortex screws, and are they the right fastener for my deck project? To help you in your journey, we’ve got …
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Whether your deck is brand new or has been around for a few years, it will need to be cleaned to ensure it looks and performs as intended. Unlike wood decking, composite decks require less maintenance. With their high-performance design and durable material composition, they don’t need to be sanded or stained, making them less …
If you’re looking for easy deck ideas, you’re likely interested in decks that are simple in design, straightforward to build, and provide high value for the cost. The result is a chic, functional, long-lasting outdoor living space that you may be able to DIY — with the right resources and tools, that is. Before you …
Whether you’re renovating or building a new deck for your yard, you’ve most likely come across the term “rip cut” when it comes to cutting wood or composite deck boards. When you rip cut a board, you’re cutting along the length of the board with your saw. Rip cutting boards allows you to narrow the …
Decking installation is a lot more than just laying the deck boards — although that’s a big part of the project, too. Whether you’re replacing an existing deck, extending an existing deck, or building a brand-new structure, a deck project requires proper planning. Not sure where to start? We’re here to help. Get a sense …
If you own a wood deck — or if you initially built with wood before upgrading to composite decking — you probably have wood railings surrounding your deck perimeter. If so, you’re most likely familiar with the tedious maintenance required by wood: staining, sanding, and regular rail replacement in addition to fighting splintering, warping, and …
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If you’re interested in a DIY deck railing, you value having control over the material choices that make up your railing system — and the design aesthetic your choices produce. You know a railing isn’t just a safety feature; it’s the final polish piece of your outdoor living space. MOST CURIOUS ABOUT INSTALLATION?Read up on …
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Few things feel as rewarding as completing your outdoor living project and settling in to enjoy backyard meals, lounging with a good book, or sipping a lemonade with loved ones. However, if you’ve built with wood, you can quickly lose the beautiful aesthetics you desire and see your outdoor oasis change to a faded weekend …
If you’re looking for maintenance free decking, you’re looking for a solution that minimizes your long-term deck costs and workload. While there is no completely maintenance free decking option, TimberTech® capped polymer and capped composite decking comes as close as you can get. With exceptional durability that minimizes the likelihood of damage from the elements, …
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