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Deck Safety Month and a good time to inspect decks for the
upcoming deck season. A thorough inspection is important: More than
40 million decks in the U.S. are older than 20 years, and deck
failures and injuries are increasing. Take advantage of Deck Safety
Month by using the following tips and resources to carefully
inspect your deck and make it hazard-free. When inspecting, take
time to check: Railings and balusters Are balusters or railings
rotted or corroded? Do they need replacing? If so, you might
consider a complete swap with durable and long-lasting composite or
metal materials such...
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Friday, January 18, 2013 by
Latitudes® decking and railing products, will unveil
an all-new Latitudes decking product at the International Builders
Show in Las Vegas.: Latitudes Wave™, which will offer many of the
superior features of other Latitudes decking lines, at a more
affordable price. Like superior Latitudes products, Latitudes
Wave™ features Strandex technology that’s extruded with a contour
profile and slotted edges to be used with the Equator hidden
fastening system. Latitudes Wave is available in Gray and Walnut,
and opens the door to homeowners who want the beauty and endurance
of a wood-composite...
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Monday, August 13, 2012 by
Boaters and folks who live on the water — whether it’s an ocean,
lake or river — know better than any of us the toll the elements
take on almost anything left outdoors unprotected. And structures,
such as docks, intended to be wet most of the time, don’t last long
unless the proper materials are chosen to begin with. So when
residential or business owners invest in something as substantial
as a new dock, they want durability, sustainability,
low-maintenance, and above all, longevity — ensuring years of easy
use and enjoyment. With Latitudes composite decking and composite
marine decking,...
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Tuesday, August 7, 2012 by
Having a landscaped yard and a comfortable deck is the
perfect way to blend the natural beauty of the outdoors with a
design that is both stylish and functional. But what happens when
you really want to showcase your yard's view? Does a deck’s
railings block your field of vision? The good news is
homeowners who want a minimally obstructed view of their landscape
have some great options. Whether you have a fantastic flower
garden, pristine lakeshore property or land that overlooks the
mountains, you can have a deck and keep the view spectacular when
you install the right kind of balusters....
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Friday, April 27, 2012 by
Available at many lumberyards and big box retailers, Deckorators
Scenic glass deck baluster infills are both a dramatic and
practical accessory for your custom deck railing. If you have young
children, these railing infills allow them to view the yard safely.
Deckorators Scenic Glass Balusters are made of durable 5/16-inch
tempered safety glass, which makes them extremely durable. These
balusters are also an advantage grownups too as they can relax in a
Adirondack chair or chaise lounge while glancing out to view the
pool, lake or wooded area without having to stand. Glass balusters
will also...
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Thursday, March 29, 2012 by
Deckorators CXT Deck Railing is co-extruded from two layers of
materials—making this one beautiful and tough railing system. The
core is made with Strandex—the most tested and trusted composite
technology—while the outer cap-stock layer gives CXT Composite Deck
Railing the look of painted wood and makes it ultra scratch- and
weather-resistant. Deckorators CXT code-compliant deck railing is
available in white, black and bronze colors and boasts a 20-year
limited warranty for piece of mind. Deckorators CXT Deck Railing
Installation Video The unique "U-Bracket" design provides a
fastener-free...
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012 by
The 2012 JLC Live Tradeshow at the Rhode Island Convention Center
featured many great hands-on demonstrations like Abaco Hardwood
Decking. The Abaco Tropical Hardwood Decking booth was packed with
deck building pros wanting to know more about the decking and
railing system. Also featured in the Abaco booth was the Pro Plug
Fastening System from Starborn Industries. The Pro Plug System has
been engineered to maximize performance and provide beautiful
results. Drill, screw, glue and plug in under 20 seconds with the
Abaco Pro Plug System. Secure your Abaco hardwood deck boards with
a proven...
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Tuesday, March 13, 2012 by
Drill, screw, glue and plug in under 20 seconds with the Abaco Pro
Plug® System. Secure your Abaco hardwood deck boards with a proven
engineered system. The Abaco ProPlug system has been precisely
engineered to maximize performance and provide beautiful results.
This fastening system makes securing and plugging quick and easy.
Pro Plug system has been shown to significantly cut installation
time when compared to other plug installation methods. So if you
value strength of top down fastening and a high-quality finished
look of hardwood plugs, put the Abaco Pro Plug System to work on
your next...
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Wednesday, February 15, 2012 by
Over the years Deckorators has built a solid brand reputation by
offering innovation, durable deck railing accessories like
balusters and post caps. Now Deckorators has broadened its product
range to include CXT co-extruded composite deck railing kits and
aluminum deck railing kits. Showcased in the Deckorators booth at
the 2012 Builders' Show in Orlando, both Deckorators CXT Railing
System and Aluminum Railing System were highlighted using an
assortment of Deckorators brand balusters, including the new copper
colored round baluster, solar post caps and hardwood cap railing
and Duo Connectors...
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Friday, October 28, 2011 by
It is not uncommon to discover a tree that was just a sapling when
you built your deck has now grown up and is too close to your
outdoor living space. Cutting the tree down is an option,
especially if it is not healthy and a danger to your home. If you
wish to keep the tree, you can preserve it by incorporating it into
your deck design and expanding the deck around it. To do this, you
will first need to run beams in front and back of the tree between
two double wood joists. Fasten the joists on both sides of the tree
with their load being relocated around the tree. Install diagonal
supports at...
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Friday, September 23, 2011 by
Beautifully built for the long haul, Deckorators CXT Deck Railing
features: Co-extruded cap made from two layers of materials and
incorporates Strandex® technology inside for superior long-term
performance The consistent cap stock finish looks like real painted
wood, is ultra-low maintenance and provides long-term durability
and strength Unique “U-bracket” design provides a fastener free
appearance in this easy-to-install alternative to other railing
systems on the market Two distinct profiles and three colors:
Contemporary and Colonial in white, black and an all new bronze 15
deck baluster...
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Thursday, July 28, 2011 by
DIYer/homeowner, Dan Simpson of Manchester, New Hampshire recently
constructed a masterpiece deck using Deckorators CXT Railing while
incorporating compatible Deckorators glass balusters and solar post
caps for great looks and safety. "I'm very happy with the railing
and have received nothing but compliments," said Mr. Simpson. About
Deckorators CXT Deck Railing System Deckorators CXT deck railing
emulates the look of real painted wood and combines proven
Strandex® technology on the interior with an ultralow-maintenance
exterior cap stock for long-term durability and strength.
Deckorators CXT...
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Thursday, June 30, 2011 by
You’ve probably heard the expression “God is in the details.” Well,
when it comes to creating a truly unique and beautiful deck design,
the right mix of details can create a heavenly result. Every deck
is essentially a blank canvas. Adding design details such as
ornamental post caps, decorative balusters and deck inlays, can
turn your blank canvas into a custom deck that is a work of art.
Not sure which details will work best for your tastes and design
parameters? Deck design software can help you envision how your
deck will look with the addition of certain details. The Deck
Visualizer is a...
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Wednesday, June 22, 2011 by
Most pools are positioned in direct sunlight for most of the day so
virtually any type of patio or deck material is going to get warm
and may even be hot on bare feet. You can minimize any discomfort
by choosing a lighter color of composite decking (such as cedar or
gray) or a lightly tinted deck stain for lumber decking. A dark
colored pool deck surface will get warmer than light colored
surfaces during the day and may even provide warmth after the sun
sets as the deck surface radiates heat. Latitudes composite decking
is slip and fade resistant – providing a...
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Tuesday, April 5, 2011 by
Choosing the right hidden fastener for composite decking is pretty
simple, but it's important to choose a system that allows each deck
plank to expand and contract for varying weather cycles. Some of
the more popular hidden fasteners systems are made of UV resistant
plastic or metal. These hidden fasteners brands include the Equator
hidden fastener (made specifically for composite decking),
TigerClaw, Eb-Ty, Phantom and Lumber Loc.When installing Latitudes
slotted composite decking or other decking products that have a
5/32” groove, the patented Equator hidden fastener accommodates for
the...
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Monday, March 7, 2011 by
Universal Consumer Products has added a second deck railing system
to the Deckorators® brand lineup called CXT. The Deckorators CXT
railing system is co-extruded for ultralow-maintenance and is
available through Wolf, the newest distributor of Deckorators brand
products. The CXT railing system will be showcased at the 2011 JLC
Live tradeshow in New England, beginning March 25.Deckorators CXT
railing emulates the look of real painted wood and combines proven
Strandex® technology on the interior with an ultralow-maintenance
exterior cap stock for long-term durability and strength.
Deckorators...
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Monday, February 28, 2011 by
Abaco tropical hardwood decking, from Aljoma Lumber, has a
contemporary European design that features a traditional smooth
finish on one face and an elegant moulded surface on the other. The
moulded surface makes each board slip-resistant and cooler on the
feet. Abaco has slotted sides for quick and easy installation of
hidden fasteners. Use hidden fasteners designed for tropical
hardwood that gap each board with the proper spacing and allow for
natural expansion and contraction. By using a hidden fastener on
Abaco, virtually all, pre-drilling is eliminated, making
installation a breeze. The...
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Thursday, January 13, 2011 by
Latitudes Captiva composite decking is made with the proven
Strandex technology employed in all Latitudes composite decking,
coupled with the innovative co-extruded cap stock material found on
premium Latitudes Capricorn tropical composite decking. The result
is a stain- and fade-resistant decking product offered in gray,
cedar and walnut. With a natural-looking woodgrain pattern on one
side, Latitudes Captiva balances aesthetics and value in an
ultralow-maintenance composite deck board.Latitudes Captiva decking
will be available beginning February 2011 through Latitudes’
distribution network...
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Thursday, December 9, 2010 by
Deckorators, the leading brand of deck and fence accessories, has
designed and introduced the first tropical hardwood cap rail for
its aluminum deck railing system. Also, several new compatible
solar, Tiffany-style glass and metal post cap accessories have been
added to the aluminum railing system. Deckorators aluminum
railing system with tropical hardwood cap rail is available in
code-compliant 6-foot deck railing kit and an all-new 8-foot kit.
The innovative cap and rail insert system allows installers to snap
on the cap rail without visible fasteners. The tropical hardwood
cap rail...
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Wednesday, October 13, 2010 by
See what one satisfied Latitudes Decking and Railing customer
says."I chose the Latitudes Intrepid deck system for a number of
reasons. I liked the natural look of wood with very little
maintenance, it is splinter-free, not hot to walk on barefoot and
the Equator hidden fastener system minimized the number of face
screws that gave my deck a clean look. I also used the Latitudes
Intrepid composite rail system because of the matching color,
hidden fastener and concealed mounting hardware. This composite
deck railing system provided me with the clean, seamless appearance
that I was looking for. I...
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