Interest in alternative decking materials has skyrocketed in recent years, with composite decking becoming one of the fastest growing segments in the decking market. For homeowners looking to outfit ...

Looking for a way to enhance the use and enjoyment of your outdoor space? A deck addition may be the solution. A deck creates a designated area for entertaining and relaxing outdoors, while increasing ...

No longer simply a rectangle attached to the back of your home, today's decks are built in creative designs to make them an ideal place to relax and de-stress. These six simple ideas will allow you to ...

With temperatures topping the 80s, chances are you've already been relaxing on your deck. Or maybe adding a deck is high on your summer agenda. As many as 3 million homeowners add decks to their homes ...

When planning a deck project, choosing the right material is key to the enjoyment and value you’ll get from your outdoor living space. Today, there are more choices in decking materials than ever ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Traditional wood decking can be beautiful—picture the silvery-gray patina of aged cedar—but one thing is ...

Q. I have a client with a new composite deck. The carpenters who built it inadvertently left several scratches and blemishes. The railings and post sleeves are black, so the scratches, although ...

If your deck has seen better days and you're wondering how on earth you can restore it to its former glory without spending a fortune to do so, who better to help than Matt DiBara? As a 4th generation ...

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