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Decking Projects, Lifestyle

Cool Composite Decking: Heat-Reflective Owens Corning WearDeck™

An outdoor deck is a mini paradise for your home. It offers an outdoor living space in your yard to relax, entertain guests, and cook great food on the grill during the summer days. Composite decking is an excellent choice...

Decking Projects, Lifestyle

How to Protect Your Deck From Potted Plants

Want to spruce up your deck with some foliage without causing harm? Potted plants are a fantastic way to dress up an empty deck and bring life to your outdoor space. Something you may not have thought about, however, is...

Marina Accessories

What Is a Dock Box? Types, Uses, & More

If you're a boater, you know that there's no such thing as having too much storage space. When planning a fun and relaxing day out on the water, a spacious, convenient and durable storage unit always comes in handy. That's...

Decking Projects, Lifestyle

Vinyl vs. Wood Fence: Top Vinyl Advantages to Consider

Adding a fence to your home is a great way to enhance your yard and give it more appeal. You can enclose your yard to keep your family and pets safe when they are out back, provide some measure of...

Decking Projects

How to Clean Ipe Decking & Maintain Its Beauty

Learning how to clean ipe decking is crucial for any homeowner or contractor who wants to maintain the beauty and durability of this exotic Brazilian hardwood. A properly maintained ipe deck can withstand harsh weather conditions, resist decay, and retain...

Decking Projects, Lifestyle

10 Tips for Decorating Small Deck Spaces

Your outdoor deck can be an excellent place for relaxing and entertaining, even if you do not have a lot of space. The experts at Decks & Docks are masters at helping homeowners craft unique outdoor spaces. Check out our...

Decking Projects, Dock Projects, Lifestyle

What’s the Most Dog Friendly Decking Material?

Crafting a pet-friendly patio or deck is essential for those who wish to give their canine chums a safe and pleasurable outdoor haven. Your dog loves spending time with you, and putting some thought into your deck's design ensures every...

Decking Projects

6 Deck Railing Ideas to Inspire Your Next Renovation

Creative deck railing ideas can polish a functional outdoor space to make it look more attractive. With a variety of materials and designs available, the right deck railing can complement your deck's style while ensuring safety at the same time....

Decking Projects

Deck Shade Ideas: Sun Sails, Pergolas, & More

Hanging out on your deck or patio on a bright, sunny day is one of the great joys of summer. However, a patio or deck that lacks shade options can be unpleasant when the sun's heat gets too intense. Fortunately,...

Decking Projects

What Are the Best Composite Decking Brands of 2023?

Since it’s 2023, we wanted to update our guide to composite decking with more of the nation’s best composite lumber brands and talk about a few things to look for when making your choice. Our updated 2023 guide covers the...

Decking Projects

Will an Outdoor Rug Damage a Wood Deck?

You’ve got your outdoor deck built and looking great. The wood material helps it stand out, but maybe you’d like to put your own spin on it to make it look even better. Many people quickly turn to an outdoor...

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