Spring is a popular time to build or replace a deck. But a lumber shortage is dramatically altering the decking landscape. If you’re planning on building an outdoor deck this year, brace yourself. A ...

Composite decking has a lot to offer over traditional wood options. Easy maintenance, for one. Composite decking—an amalgam of ground-up wood and plastic formed into planks—doesn’t ever need to be ...

Dear Pablo: I am building a deck and am trying to decide between wood decking and a composite materials like Trex. Which one is more environmentally friendly?A deck can be a great addition to your ...

This alternative to traditional deck lumber lasts longer and requires less work, so you can spend even more time enjoying ...

W hen Hurricane Isabel lashed the region in September, it toppled a towering oak in Alyse Graham's Northwest Washington back yard, destroying her deck and privacy fence. It also opened her eyes to the ...

Composite decking materials offer the look of wood without the need to stain. And as the material evolves, it continues to take on new colors and textures, as evidenced by several new products ...

With changes in materials and building techniques, and a return on investment that rivals other home renovations, an outdoor deck is one of the fastest growing ways to dramatically improve the value ...

Soaring lumber prices throughout the pandemic prompted some buyers to seek alternative building materials, and the stock prices of faux-wood producers have soared as a result. Trex and Azek are both ...

A study in Forest Products Journal says wooden decks can deteriorate considerably in just two to three years. That means sooner or later, you’ll need to refinish your deck. Pressure-treated deck ...

According to latest research by Research Intelo, the global timber decking market size is valued at $9.7 billion in 2024, demonstrating steady growth driven by robust demand across residential and ...

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