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Say goodbye to annual staining of your treated lumber deck
or fence when you build with ProWood Dura Color™. ProWood Dura
Color pressure-treated lumber isn’t pre-stained; instead, the color
is driven deep into the wood fibers during the pressure-treating
process, penetrating the wood through-and-through and allowing the
natural characteristics of the wood to remain visible. Best of all,
ProWood Dura Color features a two-year color-assurance limited
warranty and a lifetime limited warranty against rot and termites.
That’s why ProWood Dura Color lumber is perfect for decking,
railings, fencing...
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Friday, April 5, 2013 by
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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Thursday, March 7, 2013 by
Universal Forest Products touts its ProWood® brand of premium
pressure-treated lumber as "Professional Grade." Why is ProWood
better? ProWood is made with superior quality lumber that's
consistently treated to the highest industry standards. ProWood
pressure treated lumber is perfect for serious do-it-yourselfers
and contractors, alike, and backed by a lifetime limited warranty.
ProWood is quality lumber treated with the world’s leading
preservatives recognized for their enduring natures and
environmental qualities, It will fill treated lumber needs for all
users with the quality expected by...
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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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Monday, January 21, 2013 by
Although ProWood pressure treated lumber protects against rot
and termites, a little maintenance should to be performed to
maximize protection against fading and weathering. This periodic
maintenance will allow you to enjoy on your deck area for years.
Add color and water repellent Wood Sealer Start by applying a
topical sealant to your new project for surface protection. I do
not recommend use of a conventional multicoat paint system or
varnish. The performance is nearly always disappointing and
scraping and sanding and often must precede repainting. Instead,
choose an outdoor wood sealer....
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Friday, April 27, 2012 by
It’s that time of year when homeowners are lured outside by the
warm, sunny weather. Is your outdoor space ready to be enjoyed to
the fullest? If your deck or patio needs updating, catching up on
the top design innovations and trends will help you create an
inviting area that will add value to your home investment. This
year’s leading trends focus on blending functionality with beauty
to construct a stylish and usable space that requires little
maintenance. To create the best outdoor space on the block,
consider these popular ideas for your home. Decorative post caps A
big trend in decking is...
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Tuesday, March 20, 2012 by
If you have decided to sell your home, that last thing you want is
for it to sit on the market for a long time. Taking some home
improvement steps before listing can make your house more
attractive to potential buyers and put you in a better position to
sell quickly. So what do you need to do to ensure that listing your
house floods your real estate agent’s office with showing requests?
1. Spiff up the entranceway Every interested buyer will enter
through your front door. Have you looked at your entranceway with a
critical eye lately? Consider replacing old or sagging screens. If
your front...
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012 by
Deckorators, the nation’s leading brand of deck balusters and
decorative railing accessories, has introduced another industry
first called VersaCaps™ — decorative post caps with nested inserts
that allow for a snug fit over the most common size deck and fence
posts. With new VersaCaps, post size is no longer a barrier when
choosing the right post cap for your project. VersaCaps come with
three inserts perfectly nested inside the base, making them
adaptable for virtually any post ranging from 3-1/2”x3-1/2” to
4-5/8”x4-5/8”. The true-fitting nested inserts take the
guesswork out of matching up...
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011 by
Adding a built-in bench to your deck seating area evokes the charm
and convenience of a window seat while providing additional seating
for family gatherings and entertaining. You can enhance the cozy
atmosphere of your outdoor family room with the addition of a fire
pit. If adding to a deck, define the space for your chiminea or
fire pit and protect your deck by using Latitudes Deck Stones.
Available in 16-inch square Smoke slate or Riverstone granite
tiles, the deck stones interlock, self-drain, require no mortar and
can easily be installed on new or existing conventional wood-framed
decks....
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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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Friday, June 3, 2011 by
A graspable secondary handrail is an important component to
consider when planning a deck with stairs. So whether you're
constructing a residential composite deck, lumber deck or a deck
made from other decking material, you're typically required to
install a graspable secondary handrail on one side of the deck's
stair railing when there are four or more stair risers
present. Key Residential Stair Handrail Requirements (IRC -
International Residential Code) Stairways having four or more
risers, or rising more than 30 inches in height, whichever is less,
must have at least one grab rail....
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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 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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Wednesday, March 9, 2011 by
Deckorators solar post caps add a great finishing touch to any deck
or fence. At night, they enhance your outdoor living area with a
soft, welcoming glow. With a top-mounted solar lens, rechargeable
double-A batteries and long-lasting LED bulbs, these eco friendly
products require no wiring and mount easily to wood deck posts,
composite deck post or vinyl posts.You’ll find they’re very easy to
install and maintain. To begin installation, remove the protective
clear plastic film from the top of the cap. Pull off the top by
gripping the sides firmly, and lifting it off. Then pull the red
tab (if...
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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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Thursday, December 9, 2010 by
Deckorators, creator of the Postcover, has launched a new and
improved cast stone Postcover deck railing accessory line that
boasts the look and feel of real masonry.Deckorators Cast Stone
Postcover mimics the look and feel of real stone columns, and is
made of glass-fiber reinforced concrete for increased strength and
superior protection against the elements. The Deckorators Postcover
is designed to coordinate well with wood, composite or vinyl deck
railing, wood deck columns and fence posts. Postcovers are
hand-painted and come in three unique styles: Gray Cobblestone,
Gray Fieldstone and...
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Wednesday, August 11, 2010 by
You stand back and admire the beauty of the new wood fence you just
put up. How long will that nice, warm wood glow last? Depending on
where you live and the intensity of the weather cycles, not long.
And not long might mean several months. Whether you stain a fence
yourself—and for God’s sake, don’t paint it unless you like doing a
bi-annual imitation of Huck Finn—or buy “pre-stained” pickets for
your wood fencing, remember that the stain will likely fade faster
than Clay Aiken’s career.Some people prefer the weathered gray
patina a wood fence acquires from exposure to the elements.
For those...
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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, April 29, 2010 by
New deck and deck railing products this year are more creative than
ever. Deckorators recently introduced its spring product lineup,
including fully integrated aluminum railing kits, recessed deck
lighting and a wide variety of decorative post caps. The new
Deckorators Aluminum Railing is designed to work with every
Deckorators baluster style and features a lifetime limited
warranty. Available in black and white, this exterior aluminum
railing offers robust, eye-catching profiles and comes in 36" and
42" rail heights. With the beauty and durability of this rail
structure, you'll want to make...
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Thursday, March 4, 2010 by
When you want to create a unique look for your outdoor living
space, consider tropical hardwood decking from Aljoma Lumber; it's
a sure-fire way to catch some attention. Tropical
hardwoods come in a multitude of species. Aljoma markets one
of their tropical species as Abaco decking. Abaco shares some of
the same features and characteristics as other popular hardwood
choices like Ipe and Cumaru (see Abaco / Ipe comparison). Ipe and
Cumaru, two durable and long lasting tropical hardwoods, help
create an exotic look for your deck and outdoor living area.IpeIpe
is a strong, super-durable hardwood...
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