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Can You Put a Solo Stove On A Wood Deck?

Last Updated April 25, 2022 By Jena Slocum

A solo stove is a great fire pit for your backyard. All the fun of a fire pit without all the hassle of smoke everywhere. If you have a deck, you may be wondering if you can use the solo stove on your deck. It is safe to use a solo stove on a wood […]

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Best Primer for Pressure Treated Wood

Last Updated April 25, 2022 By Christina

dirty wood deck boards

Fall is coming up and it’s time for some home improvement maintenance projects. Why not start with your backyard deck? How does it look? Has it seen better days? Maybe it’s time to freshen up your deck with a new color. Before you paint it, you need to use a primer. A Primer will make […]

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Deck to Patio Transition Ideas for Your Backyard

Last Updated April 26, 2022 By Christina

deck to patio transitions

The best way to integrate interior and exterior living is to create near-seamless transitions from the inside of the home that flow outward into the yard area. This design focus creates more ease of use and enticement for family and guests to flow from inside the home into the yard.  The best deck to patio […]

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How to Clean a Composite Deck in 8 Easy Steps

Last Updated April 25, 2022 By Christina

scrubbing composite decking

Many people find their composite deck dirty and grimy. If you’re looking for a way to clean your composite deck, this article will teach you how to do it in 8 easy steps! Because of its synthetic material, composite decking requires a different cleaning process than other outdoor structures you may have worked with. Keep […]

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What Deck Material Lasts Longest?

Last Updated October 14, 2021 By Christina

wood deck

If you are looking to create a new deck, you are probably wondering what deck material will last the longest. There are so many choices out there that the task can seem daunting, and you want to make sure you are choosing correctly. Cement decking will last the longest, with an average lifespan of 60+ […]

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Is It Better to Stain or Paint Pressure Treated Wood?

Last Updated June 16, 2022 By Jena Slocum

multi level deck around tree

Pressure-treated lumber has been a godsend for exterior projects by extending the life of wood beyond its natural lifespan in harsh outdoor conditions. But that same process that gives wood its preserving properties can wreak havoc on stain or paint jobs when done improperly. This raises the question of which material is better to use […]

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How to Build a Small Deck for Grill

Last Updated September 15, 2021 By Christina

tools needed for small grill deck

You’ve bought your new grill, now where to put it? You want a location so you’ll have enough room to grill or if you have a smoker, you’ll want a location that the smoke won’t bother your guests. In this article, you’ll learn how to build a small deck for your grill in one weekend. […]

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How to Stain a Deck with a Roller

Last Updated October 4, 2020 By Christina

outdoor deck before staining

Are you looking for the best way to stain your deck? And maybe with a roller? I went through the whole process recently and will share with you all the steps we took to stain our deck with a roller. After building my deck, I knew I wanted to stain it a really fun, vibrant […]

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How to Pressure Wash a Deck: 3 Tips

Last Updated April 25, 2022 By Christina

getting stains off deck

Your deck is a big investment and there are things you’ll want to do to keep it in good shape. One of the best things you can do is to power wash your deck. In this article, we’ll show you how to power wash your deck to remove dirt and debris as well as mold […]

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Deck Railing Ideas: 23 Types and Styles for Your Deck

Last Updated September 21, 2020 By Christina

simple vertical railing on deck

Are you looking for inspiring deck railing ideas? You don’t realize it until you start designing your deck just how important the rails are for the perfect look. You can go horizontal, vertical, or even some combination of it all. In this article, we’ll showcase some of our favorite deck railings that we’ve come across. […]

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