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Decking

Deck Builds by Region: Tips for Mountain States

Part of what makes building a deck exciting are the site-specific challenges homeowners and pro deck builders must consider w...

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Decking

3 Outdoor Living Space Trends to Fall in Love With This Season

Our homes directly influence our mood, health and well-being and so deserve our full attention. Designing for health and well...

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Railing

How to Customize Your Railing for Lifelong Style and Performance

Deck railing is often required by international and local codes. It also presents an opportunity for homeowners to showcase t...

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Fencing

4 Reasons Why a Privacy Fence Should be on Your Project List

Privacy fences can turn any outdoor living space into a peaceful sanctuary for a staycation or just a relaxing afternoon. But...

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Fencing

How Advances in Modern Technology Have Improved Today’s Commercial Fencing

When it comes to owning property, one of the most important decisions to make is the type of security measures to put in plac...

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Pergolas

What to Consider When Choosing Between a Pergola or Gazebo

Both pergolas and gazebos can elevate an outdoor space by giving homeowners shelter from the midday sun and providing a flexi...

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Railing

Deck Railing Roundup: Your Top Railing Questions Answered

So much depends on a deck’s railing. It keeps people safe from falling. It can be a place to lean on while admiring a beautif...

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Railing

Deck Railing Match-up: Vinyl vs Aluminum Railing

Outdoor upgrades continue to be popular projects for homeowners. Certainly, the pandemic has created a demand for versatile o...

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Framing

Deck Stairs 101: Why Deck Stairs Aren't as Complicated as You May Think

Deck stair installation can be intimidating. Between demystifying international and local code requirements and reliving the...

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Fortress

4 Outdoor Living Ideas for 2022

Homeowners are continuing to make their outdoor living upgrades a top priority—and with good reason. Outdoor living spaces ca...

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Pergolas

A Straightforward Guide to Selecting and Placing a Pergola

The results are in. According to Architectural Digest, pergolas are one of the top 10 most popular trends in the past year, a...

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Decking

How-To: 3 Ways to Finish the Ends of Composite Decking

Composite decking has the power to transform any outdoor space and the durability to withstand even the harshest climates. It...

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Railing

5 Deck Railing Ideas as You Plan for Warmer Weather

Winter is when outdoor upgrades tend to slow down. The short days and cold weather can make even the most ardent outdoor enth...

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Fencing

Backyard Basics: Neighbor Friendly Yard Fencing

As the poet Robert Frost once wrote, “good fences make good neighbors,” a phrase commonly adapted to support the belief that...

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Fencing

3 Popular Yard Fencing Styles

Forbes has dubbed 2021 the “Year of the Yard” since so many homeowners have decided to improve their outdoor spaces, a trend...

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