While a concrete stop can be quite an obstacle when trying to build a deck, it is not impossible to do so. A massive concrete stoop would sometime need to be removed with the use of power tools or just a plain old jackhammer but nevertheless it will be difficult as concrete as we know it has a lot of compressive strength meaning breaking it isn't easy, moreover, you need to haul the debris away later when you're done, adding to the huge laundry list of tasks to do. If your pr

With a color that contrasts and fits perfectly with whatever color scheme or theme you have in mind, there is no doubt that gray and all of its different shades are one of the most popular color choices when selecting composite decking for your needs. Composite decking offers some real utility over its wooden counterparts with modern composite decking being able to create the feel and grainy grooved texture of wood with it being water-resistant and requiring much less mainten

How many times has it been that a deck board is installed and the exposed end remains pristine as the day it was installed. Over time these ends start getting dull and rough over time. Sometimes there would be cracks and splits and other times the wood may cup which gives a very bad look and aesthetic to the deck. One method of mitigating this problem is to install a trim board across the perimeter of the entire deck that is exposed. This minimizes damage to the cut ends of t

To install decking, we can use hidden fasteners to have a clean-looking surface that is smooth to bare feet and also very aesthetically pleasing. These can be used with almost all different varieties of materials such as cedar, composite, vinyl, cedar, or any other exotic hardwood material. Some decking materials offer boards with grooved edges that are designed to be used with hidden fasteners clips. Deck clips can also be installed by routing the edges of solid deck boards

When installing composite decking it is recommended to read up on the literature that might be available on the manufacturers website or if it comes with the tiling. When considering composite decking which are made of plastic and wood fibers it is important to consider thermal expansion as most climates have temperatures that fluctuate around a lot which would create an issue with how the decking would be spaced in summers and winters. Proper spacing will allow some movement