Decks & Porches

WeatherShield Premium Wood Products

WeatherShield - The Smarter Treated Wood Today I noticed a new product at The Home Depot, WeatherShield Premium Pressure-Treated Decking.…

15 years ago

Mold Growing On North Facing Deck

Deck Mold Growth Our new home has maintenance free siding, trim, windows and doors. However, we decided to "splurge" a…

16 years ago

Cooking Safety On Decks

Every year dozens of homes are destroyed by fires that start while cooking on decks. After reading a friends blog…

16 years ago

Improper Deck Flashing Problem

Deck Flashing Problems Today's post comes from a reader who asked me to look at a deck flashing problem that…

16 years ago

How To Connect A Propane Grill To House Propane Supply

Disclaimer: You really should consult a certified gas fitter for this type of project. Be sure to check all local…

16 years ago

Sherwin Williams DeckScapes Clear Deck Sealer

The other day I power washed the deck and farmers porch. Now I need to choose a sealer to protect…

16 years ago

Cleaning Decks With Power Washers

Pressure Washing Decks Cleaning decks with pressure washers is a very easy home improvement project that doesn't take much skill.…

16 years ago

Diagonal Decking Layout

I recently discovered a great way of installing decking on decks to reduce waste and eliminate warping butt joints. Traditionally…

17 years ago

Staining Pressure Treated Deck Framing

Our deck out back was framed with pressure treated lumber. We used cambara decking for the surface and it's treated…

17 years ago

Sealing Cambara Decking

Last fall we finished building the decks and porches on the new house. We used Cambara decking for both the…

17 years ago