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ProWood Dura Color™ fencing may look like it's pre-stained, but
it's actually colorized to a cedar or redwood look during the
pressure-treating process. ProWood Dura Color is the latest
advancement in pressure-treated lumber. Not only is Dura Color
fencing treated with an EPA-registered wood preservative system to
protect against termite attack and rot, it’s also color-infused, so
pigment is driven deep into the wood fibers, creating beauty that’s
guaranteed to stand up to the elements for years! Build your
ProWood fence from the ground up using individual ProWood treated
fence posts and...
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Tuesday, February 26, 2013 by
By introducing new colors, materials and products for decks
and rails, manufacturers have opened up the doors for homeowners to
add more personality to their outdoor spaces. They also have swept
away a few dusty rules of decking, such as the need to maintain a
uniform color and material. Now, deck colors and materials no
longer need to match. They can just coordinate. Fortunately,
the options are simple enough that you don't need to hire a
professional designer. But it pays to be aware of the new products
and materials that are available, the color options that come with
them, and the ways...
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Saturday, January 19, 2013 by
New Deckorators low-voltage accent lighting for outdoor
living spaces to be introduced at IBS Lighted balusters,
recessed lighting, post cap lights add beauty, drama to decks,
patios, stairs Deckorators will unveil exciting new products
including accent lighting, solar baluster lights, balusters, and
new post cap designs, at next week’s International Builders Show in
Las Vegas. Included in the new product offering to debut at IBS,
Jan. 22-24, 2013, are: Low-voltage lighting. This new line of
low-voltage accent lighting offers all you’ll need to light an
outdoor living area with flair. •...
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Tuesday, December 18, 2012 by
Want to add personality to your deck? Take cues from those
beautifully wrapped gifts beneath the tree 'Tis the season for
brightly wrapped packages, shimmering bows and personalized cards
with just the right holiday greeting. Half the fun of receiving a
gift is how it is presented, which is why many people personalize
gift wrapping so it dazzles under the tree. Just as you find the
right combo of paper, ribbon and bows, so too should you mix and
match to find the perfect combo of deck accessories so your outdoor
space fits your personality to a "T." Finding the right gift wrap
is the first...
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Friday, October 26, 2012 by
Updating your deck to enhance its appeal doesn't mean replacing the
entire structure. A few easy steps and simple additions to refresh
your deck’s appearance can give your outdoor space a new
personality. Clean the entire structure When is the last time you
cleaned your deck? Even if you don't use your deck frequently,
nature's elements leave layers of dust, dirt and grime that detract
from the appearance. The easiest way to clean a deck is
with soap and water. Once it dries, you'll be amazed at how fresh
and clean your outdoor space appears. For deeper cleaning and more
detailed information...
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Monday, July 16, 2012 by
The team at Deckorators — the outdoor-living people who bring you
state-of-the-art innovations in deck building, plus styling that
matches your unique tastes — recently had a light bulb moment
(pardon the pun). We’re thrilled to announce our latest bright
idea: personalized, low voltage accent lighting for your outdoor
living area. Think fireflies ... or starlight. Then capture that
same magical feeling when you chase away the darkness with
illuminated balusters and post caps. The soft attractive glow
enhances the ambiance of your deck or outdoor room and virtually
begs you to stay out and...
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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, 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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Thursday, November 3, 2011 by
We received nearly 100 entries for consideration during this
competition. The judges were impressed with the creativity and
superior workmanship from both DIYers/consumers and professional
builders. Each photo submission was ranked by creative use of deck
building material and overall appearance. Congratulations to the
top three winners and honorable mentions. Thanks to all who
participated and made this a great deck competition! Grand Prize
Winner Doug Mominee, Around Your House, LLC. Lambertville, MI Deck
Details: 1800+ Square foot deck. Hardwood deck is Ipe, rail
Postcovers are Deckorators...
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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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Wednesday, June 29, 2011 by
When a friend was looking to spruce up the posts of his treated
lumber deck, he was looking for an easy, high-impact option that
was both functional and eye-catching. So, I recommended the
Deckorators brand of metal post caps. Deckorators has some unique
solar deck lighting options to choose from and the convertible
solar post cap was the perfect choice. For this particular deck
lighting need, we went with a round copper post cap that sits atop
the deck’s 4x4 railing posts. The post cap is referred to as a
convertible post cap because it provides a deck with ambient
lighting at night, using...
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Tuesday, June 14, 2011 by
Enjoying your deck is definitely a high point of summer. But if you
really want to ice the cake and put a big cherry on top, you need
great landscaping to go with that awesome deck. Landscaping on and
around you deck not only adds to the deck’s visual appeal, it can
enhance usability. Many landscaping improvements are easy enough to
be done in one weekend. Here are some deck design ideas to create
the perfect environment on and around your deck: Planter post caps
Made of cast stone, Deckorators’ planter post caps add the charm of
flowers and greenery to a deck. Available in copper round...
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Friday, June 10, 2011 by
Deckorators, the industry leader in post caps / post tops for decks
and fences, offers many post caps in various shapes and sizes, but
the most common sizes are 4x4 and 6x6, which are made to fit a
standard 4x4 or 6x6 pressure treated lumber or cedar post. What are
the inside dimensions of post caps? The inside dimensions of the
standard 4x4 post top measure 3-5/8", and the inside dimensions of
the standard 6x6 measure 5-5/8". Deckorators produces a limited
selection of other opening sizes, such as 4-5/8", 4-7/8" and
6-1/8". In addition, Deckorators makes a 4x6 post cap (with inside
dimensions...
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Thursday, June 2, 2011 by
I've touched on decorative post caps in many posts, but these
ornamental accents are such a versatile and economical way to dress
up a deck or fence post, that they deserve their own moment in the
spotlight. Post caps / post tops are easy to install, even for
novice do-it-yourselfers. In addition to looking good, they also
serve the purpose of protecting your post from the elements. Solar
post caps can also add helpful illumination when you enjoy your
deck and outdoor living area at night. If you're looking for a
quick, weekend project that will give your outdoor area a whole new
look, adding...
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Wednesday, April 27, 2011 by
If you're constructing a raised vegetable garden using The M Brace
raised garden bed kit, you should have no reservation about using
the latest in pressure treated lumber for your side and end walls.
In the last five years a new generation of pressure treated lumber
was developed and is know as Micronized Copper Azole (MCA) or by
brand name – MicroPro, ProWood Micro and Home Depot's WeatherShield
among others. When constructing a raised garden bed with The M
Brace garden bed metal brackets you should have no fear using the
MCA pressure treated lumber. Because (MCA) micronized...
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Wednesday, April 6, 2011 by
In 2009 more than 41 million Americans planted vegetable gardens—a
number expected to increase as food costs climb, according to a
recent Gardening Trends Research Report. When you factor in
flowers, herbs and fruits, it’s difficult to find a home where
people are not working the soil on a warm sunny day. Aside from the
obvious benefits of fresh flowers and produce, gardening provides
low-impact, calorie-burning exercise. One hour of gardening burns
as many as 375 calories. While love of gardening has not changed,
methods continue to evolve. And one of the top trends is raised-bed
gardening....
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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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Friday, May 21, 2010 by
There are several different types of pressure treated wood
available in retail lumber yards today. A discussion involving all
of them would result in an alphabet soup of acronyms for the
various types of treatment formulations.At Universal
Forest Products, we treat our ProWood Micro CA pressure
treated lumber with a formulation known as Micronized Copper Azole,
or MCA. And its makeup is simpler than you may have guessed.The
finished product contains two active ingredients to stop decay and
termite attack: copper and a non-metallic “organic” called
tebuconazole. “Azoles” are used in several...
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Wednesday, May 12, 2010 by
Your home center may have several options when it comes to pressure
treated lumber for landscaping. You should know a few basic facts
about each before you buy.3”x5”x8’ landscape ties (nominal
measurement) Most 3”x5”x8’ pressure treated landscape timbers
(LST’s) originate as the center cants from plywood veneer peeling
mills. Logs are kept wet to make peeling easier and the peeled
cants arrive at the pressure treatment plant without benefit of
kiln or air drying. Lumber that is not dried before pressure
treatment cannot be fully penetrated by the treatment solution
during the treatment...
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Thursday, May 6, 2010 by
Making your home the hub for fun and entertainment can be as
easy as creating the space and inviting folks in. But it’s
important to make sure your outdoor living spaces are as safe as
they are fun. If you already have a deck, give it a thorough spring
checkup. See if you have any loose railings or balusters, and
inspect the structure of your deck for rotting wood, corroded or
loose fasteners and any mold and mildew.If you find that your deck
needs repairs, consider updating it with new composite decking and
railing. Latitudes, a leading composite decking brand, offers
several unique decking...
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