Creating a custom deck with a DIY deck frame is an excellent method to add a
one-of-a-kind piece of outdoor living space to your home. While constructing a
deck frame isn't as simple as nailing several boards together, it is a doable
DIY project - provided you have the appropriate knowledge and assistance.
That's where The Deck Store comes in to help you with your joist plan and
spacing strategy.
A Trex® composite deck is ready whenever you want to use it. No sanding, staining, or painting here. A little soap and
water or a quick power washing is all the maintenance Trex requires. Wood decks take constant care. Trex
composite
decking is more durable and longer lasting. When you look at all Trex has to offer, wood decking begins to feel like
signing up for a second job.
Every couple of years deck owners must add the task of staining the deck to their project list. Usually, this only takes a couple of hours to do and is quite a simple task, but there are tons of questions out there when it comes to this project. You probably have heard to do it in cloudy, cool weather, thicker coats last longer, and your new deck needs to sit for a couple of months before applying the stain. Are these true? Or myths that have been shared among others for years? Below you’ll find the most common questions we are asked and what the answers are to each one.
Now that you can enjoy your new deck you may start to wonder what would happen if it got damaged, it did cost you a good amount of money anyways. A common question we get a lot is if your deck is covered under homeowners insurance. The answer varies from policy to policy but a good insurance policy typically has similarities. Let’s see if you’d be covered in the worst-case scenario situation.
Before I started the project of cleaning my deck this weekend, a question popped into my head.
After doing some landscaping in my backyard I was concerned the deck cleaning product could kill my grass and
freshly planted flowers. I did a quick Google search but it was hard to find an answer so I decided to write this
blog post so others with the same question can get a clear answer. I also wanted to add some amazing and easy-to-make
all-natural cleaning products that I ran across during my research.
Painting a deck is great to get that updated new look without spending a lot of money or hiring a professional.
Paint acts a lot like deck stain where it also protects your deck from damage. Painting a deck that looks
professional is not rocket science by any means but you will want to follow the steps below to get the best results.
The Deck Store has been helping home owners, business owners, and
professional contractors better understand deck and patio construction for
decades. We hope to expand the reach of that knowledge through our blog.