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Framing

How to Frame a Deck with Steel: Your Top Questions Answered

Fall may be in full swing, but there’s never been a better time to build the sprawling backyard deck of your dreams – complet...

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Fencing

Installing a Privacy Fence: Choosing to DIY or Hire a Contractor

To DIY or not to DIY – is the question many find themselves asking when considering the best way to install a new privacy fen...

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Framing

4 Mistakes to Avoid: Deck Building the Right Way

Thinking of upgrading your outdoor space with a new deck? Deck building is an incredibly satisfying process – and for good re...

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Railing

Balcony Railings: Top Questions Addressed

According to the National Apartment Association, 2021 is experiencing a “balcony boom.” Now ranked only second to rent conces...

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Pergolas

Why Are Steel Pergolas So Popular?

Given the continued fervor for outdoor home improvement projects, pergolas are popping up everywhere. Often used to “frame” a...

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Railing

What Are Deck Post Caps and Why Do You Need Them?

Think of your deck as a blank canvas. It’s waiting for you to incorporate bold new accessories that reflect your desired desi...

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Framing

Q&A: Deck Stairs

A properly constructed stairway is one of the most critical elements of a deck project, providing function, safety and access...

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Railing

Installation 101: Guidelines and Code Requirements for Deck Railings

In a study conducted over the course of four years, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reported nearly 224,000 peopl...

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Lighting

How To: Deck Lighting Placement Guide

When it comes to your deck’s lighting scheme, placement can have a large impact on the safety, usability and atmosphere of yo...

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Framing

Why U.S. Homeowners and Builders are Embracing Global Deck Framing Norms

For decades, U.S. homeowners and builders have relied on lumber for deck framing projects. But with today’s zeal for outdoor...

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Railing

How-To: Cable Railing Spacing

As more homeowners gravitate towards modern, high-design concepts, it’s no surprise that cable railing systems are taking the...

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Fencing

Upfront Style: Today’s Top 2 Front Yard Fence Looks

Front yard fences have come a long way in recent years, and with today’s innovative building materials they can operate as mo...

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Railing

Modern Railing for Balconies

In a recent survey, Zumper, a rental listing site, reported balconies as one of the top ten amenities prioritized by renters...

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Railing

Stylish + Safe: 4 Beautiful Deck Railings That Protect Your Peace of Mind

Online professional marketplace Thumbtack revealed that deck and porch remodels are the fourth highest trending project for s...

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Decking

Proven Deck Building Products that Sidestep Sky-High Lumber Prices

According to a recent survey on the latest outdoor living trends, home improvement pros and deck building specialists tell Qu...

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