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Creative Design Ideas for Cable Railing

In an online survey conducted by Deck Specialist, thousands of professional deck builders were asked to name the type of rail...

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Framing

Is Steel Deck Framing Worth it?

The experts at the popular home and garden media outlet, The Spruce, named their top outdoor living trends for 2024. No surpr...

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Framing

Why Choose Steel Stair Framing for Outdoor Spaces

When it comes to building a lasting deck structure, what is beneath the surface boards is just as important—if not more impor...

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Lighting

Light Up Your Balcony: Creative Lighting Ideas for Balcony Railings

Think of outdoor lighting as your secret weapon. The right lighting scheme can take any outdoor space from mundane to magical...

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Railing

Extending Usable Space: How to Safely Enclose a Rooftop Deck

The popular home renovation and inspiration hub, Houzz, recently published the findings of its emerging midyear home design t...

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Railing

Choosing the Right Material for Your Deck Railing

Deck railing, once an afterthought for some homeowners, have become a primary focus in outdoor living projects, reports Build...

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Framing

3 Ways to Use Steel Deck Framing to Create a Personalized Outdoor Space

From the pages of Deck Specialist magazine to your favorite social media accounts, there are plenty of places to source inspi...

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Framing

Deck Frame Considerations for Today’s Bigger and Better Outdoor Living Spaces

Every year, the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) recognizes outstanding outdoor living projects that redef...

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Railing

3 Modern Roof Deck Design Ideas

For any visitor or building tenant, stepping onto a rooftop deck can signal that they are entering a world that is separate f...

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Pergolas

Why Metal Pergolas are Perfect for Outdoor Kitchens

Delivering a sought-after combination of function and form, pergolas are a mainstay in the world of outdoor home improvement....

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Pergolas

3 Modern Pergola Kit Ideas to Enhance Your Outdoor Living Experience

Pergolas offer creative ways to bring enhanced functionality to an underutilized outdoor living space. For example, a pergola...

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Railing

Trend Alert: The Latest Deck Railing Designs

Each year, the North American Deck and Railing Association’s (NADRA) National Deck Competition highlights some of the latest...

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Framing

Trend Alert: Curved Deck Framing

Curved deck framing is trending across the United States, and for good reason.  The unique aesthetic, charm and function...

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Framing

Why Deck Stairs Shouldn't Be an Afterthought: 5 Deck Stair Ideas on Trend

Deck stairs are a crucially important part of any deck system. They bear the responsibility of providing a safe, visually app...

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Decking

3 Elements to Consider When Building a Rooftop Deck

Rooftop decks can be gamechangers for homeowners short on yard space. They can also lift homeowners above the fence line for...

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