Carpenter’s Reasons For Installing Blocking Between Joists on a Deck
Have you watched the neighbour's deck being built and wondered why the carpenter installed blocking between the deck joists? The purpose of blocking between deck joists is to create unbridled...
Planning on building your deck but still figuring out what is needed. Do you need a deck ledger on your deck? A deck ledger board is needed to support one end of the deck joists with a deck beside...
When designing your deck, it's important to consider the climate you live in and what you'll use the deck for. A wind block is a must-have if you live in a windy area! A wall will provide shelter...
Which Composite Decking Can Be Installed Directly On the Ground?
There is ground level and then right on the ground deck. Are you thinking of installing composite decking directly on the ground? A word of caution, despite composite decking designed not to...
Composite decking is quite possibly one of the best innovations in decking. Composite decks have many benefits, from their durability and long-lasting qualities to their bug-resistant nature. But is...
Electrical Outlet on a Deck, Often Overlook but a Wonderful Upgrade
So many things make a deck better, upgrades taking your outdoor room to a whole new level. But often overlooked is electricity. Just like in your house, having a convenient plug makes your deck safer...
