Decks and Patios

Deck Board Spacing Solution

Deck boards that are  not properly spaced can cause drainage problems and let dirt and debris build up on a deck surface.  One solution to a deck board spacing ...

Cheap Home Improvements: More Affordable Home Upgrades

Cheap Home Improvements: More...

There is a lot you can do to enhance both the value and enjoyment of your home. Check out these seven home improvement suggestions for upgrades under $1,000 each.

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Outdoor Living

National Enjoy Your Deck Day

Fiberon wants you to enjoy your deck and is launching the Enjoy Your Deck Day contest.  You could win Fiberon deck and a deck party.

Deck and Patio Cleaning

Clean Wood Deck With Laundry...

Clean your wood deck with a mixture of powdered laundry detergent and hot water. To remove mildew stains from your wood deck, use a 10 % bleach solution, and ...

Decks, Patios and Porches

Deck Strippers

Choosing a deck stripper depends on what stain or finish is currently on your deck. Choose a deck stripper that remove dirt, existing wood stain finish and ...

Deck and Patio Planning and Building

Deck Maintenance and Deck Care...

Deck care and maintenance is crucial.  Make sure you take time each year to conduct proper deck care and maintenance.  Wood decks require specific deck care and ...

Building and Remodeling

Composite Decking Case Study

Learn the benefits of composite decking from a homeowner's point of view. With the choice of composite decking comes the freedom of low maintenance deck ...

Concrete and Masonry Painting Prep Made Easy

Concrete and Masonry Painting...

Preparation is key to a great concrete or masonry finish, and BEHR Concrete and Masonry Prep Products make the job fast and easy. Find out how BEHR's ...