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deck ventilation
Decking Projects

Best Practices for Deck Ventilation (And Why It Matters)

If you want your deck to last, ventilation is essential. Moisture is your deck's worst enemy, and without proper ventilation, that moisture gets trapped. The result? Rot, mold, mildew, and structural damage that could have been easily prevented. Whether you're...

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outdoor kitchen with Trex decking
Decking Projects

Adding an Outdoor Kitchen to Your Deck? Read This First!

Can you build an outdoor kitchen on a deck? If you're thinking about upgrading your deck with a full outdoor kitchen setup or even just adding a grill station, it can take your backyard entertaining and outdoor space to the...

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new dock
Dock Projects

Top 7 Signs You Need a New Dock

Are you ashamed of your dock every time you pull your boat up next to it? This is one of the easiest ways to tell that it's time for you to renovate your old dock or, better yet, invest in...

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Wood piling along a dock.
Dock Projects

The Ultimate Guide to Dock Piling Materials

Piling is the foundation of any dock—and choosing the right material is key to building a long-lasting, sturdy dock. In addition to wind and rain, piles also have to withstand being submerged in water and being targeted by marine borers...

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deck trends
Decking Projects

8 New and Beautiful Deck Trends You Should Try

As the weather cools down, most people are packing up their outdoor living spaces and getting ready to hunker down inside. While your deck might not be the first thing on your mind, now is the perfect time to give...

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deck protection
Decking Projects

Deck Protection 101: How to Prepare Your Deck for Fall Weather

The deck industry is worth 740 million dollars in the U.S. In other words, it's a massive business. If your home has a deck, you're familiar with the cost of installation. And you know that regular care and maintenance is...

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composite wood
Decking Projects

Real Wood or Composite Wood: Learn Which Material Is Better for a Deck?

Want to add square footage onto your home without the massive expense of an addition? Build a deck. Few homeowners think of it this way, but adding a comfortable deck increases your home's living space. As with any home improvement,...

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boat dock
Dock Projects

Dock Maintenance Guide: How to Extend the Life of Your Boat Dock

Is your boat dock looking a little worse for the wear? Can't remember the last time that you performed any type of dock repairs? Are you just completely clueless about the kind of dock maintenance that you need to perform...

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dry rotted
Dock Projects

Wood Woes: How to Protect Your Deck From Dry Rot

If you've ever built a deck or a dock, you know how expensive it can be. That's why the last thing you want to do is replace your deck or dock once every few years because it is falling apart....

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clean Trex decking
Decking Projects

How to Clean Trex Decking: The Ultimate Guide

One of the biggest benefits of installing Trex decking outside of your home is that it's very easy to clean and maintain. For the majority of the year, you won't have to do much at all to clean Trex decking....

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