Georgia deck builder describes ways to shade a sunny deck
Advice on blending components from different manufacturers to match deck railings to the client's needs
Advice on forming, estimating, placing, and finishing concrete
Using a ledger one size larger than the joists allows for effective water management
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The Pool and Spa Code will require decks to be sloped and drained, and deck boards to be spaced
Exterior tile underlayment and waterproofing membrane
Low-VOC water-based exterior stain from Eco Chemical
Acetylated tongue-and-groove southern-pine boards come in three profiles
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Readers write about problems caused by nonprofessionals building decks, strict codes, and negative marketing
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Drop the beams to get a step down to the deck
Editor relates his talk from the Principia Decking and Railing Conference wherein he described common poor deck-building practices of the past
By blogging about deck builders, the Building Supply Guy builds both their business and his.
Photovoltaic panels do double-duty as they provide both shade and energy
Light and compact nailer uses paper-tape nails