There are many different design options for deck skirting. One that is gaining popularity is horizontal skirting. With a distinctly often called modern look of horizontal planks enhancing the...

There are 5 different types of composite decking available on the market. From profile to finishes and the material they are composed of. You have many types to choose from, and let's not forget how...

If you build a ground level deck with the joists close to the ground or with a drop beam trenched into the ground to get the right height. You are going to need to figure out how to protect that...

A pressure-treated deck could last as long as 50 years with regular maintenance like yearly sealing and staining. But the average pressure-treated deck will last 15-20 years. Below, I'll explain...

I can’t stress enough the importance of sealing pressure-treated wood decks. Despite being treated and designed for withstanding weather and decay, pressure-treated wood should be sealed regularly...

We have all heard those stories. Someone built their fence or deck using pressure-treated wood. A few years later, low and behold, they had to replace it because it was rotten. Often it's not the...