decking
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Decking Damage and Decay, Causes And Solutions: An Infographic
March 30 | < 1 | admin
Deck maintenance for wood decks should be a twice-yearly (at least!) home improvement project. Here are some of the things to look for what you’re seeing to it. When it comes to deck care for wood decks, and guarding... read more5 min read
Why Composite Decking Is Better Now Than Ever Before
February 29 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Composite decking has risen to meet the high standards of professionals and homeowners. Here are some of the ways its done that, and why a composite deck may be for you. Even as little as 15 years ago, the... read moreInterior Design & Architecture
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Hardwood Flooring Product Profile: What Is Teak?
September 07 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
A teak hardwood floor or deck is going to be a beautiful addition to any home. It’s a sustainable product with a high level of workability. *** My first memories of teak were forged in the late 1970s. If... read more3 min read
6 Ways To Know It’s Time For a New Deck
April 27 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Your deck is an important part of your home as a whole, creating continuity between outdoors and in. Here’s how to check its health, and decide on replacement. *** Even if your deck has been waterproofed and built... read more2 min read
Decking That Is Right for You: Composite & Wood
July 15 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
The perfect deck will blend form with function. It’s a relaxing extension of your home, blending the comforts of the indoors with the pleasure of being outdoors. Whether you use yours for barbequing, suntanning, or reading, it’s a mini-escape literally just outside your doorstep. However, it... read more3 min read
Pressure Wash Your Deck For Spring
April 19 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Your decks and patios have endured a lot over the winter, from UV rays, to moisture from melting snow, to tree sap. So, now that spring is here, its time to apply some tender, or maybe not so tender,... read more4 min read
Decorate Your Deck For Outdoor Entertaining
April 14 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Preparing for spring is a fun and exciting time. Spring represents a regeneration of life with beautiful flowers, color, buzzing bees and clean air. There is nothing better than to have a decorative and functional space to enjoy this... read more3 min read
Building A Deck: 4 Decking Essentials
March 09 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
When considering building a deck, there are many variables that need to be evaluated. Some considerations that need to be decided on include where the deck will be placed, and its use and the size that you would like... read more2 min read
5 Reasons To Buy Interlocking Deck Tiles
June 21 | 2 min read | admin
As observed in a few posts on this blog, the relationship between interiors and exteriors is being recognized more and more in many regions of the world as being a bit less black and white than before. Extending your... read more< 1
Solid vs Hollow composites: what’s the difference? and why?
June 04 | < 1 | BuildDirect
When looking at the composite decks that are available, the choice of product out there is pretty large. Considerations include colour availability, materials, warranty, dimension, coverage, span and, of course, looks. One question I hear often is regarding hollow (engineered) deck boards... read more