Spring is a season of rejuvenation that compels millions across the globe to quit hibernating and get back to enjoying the great outdoors. Spring also marks a great time to assess a home’s exterior, ...

Composite decking is a great choice vs. wood for a variety of reasons. People choose wood plastic composite (WPC) or even plastic lumber (PL) over wood because they want the finished project to resist ...

We need to replace a section of our pressure-treated deck, and I'm concerned the old wood and new planks won't look good together. How can we get the two sections to match? Once you lay down the new ...

Whether framing a new addition, building a deck or making a piece of furniture, wood is often the go-to material. Lumber, plywood and other products made with sustainably harvested wood are widely ...

How a CR home editor dealt with material shortages and higher prices as he searched for the best decking material April 2022: Our finished deck, two years in the making. By Paul Hope In early 2020, my ...

If your garden decking is starting to feel more wobbly than wow, it might be time to take a closer look and see if it's showing the signs you need to replace it. Wooden decks have a lot going for them ...

Those warm days and starry nights on the deck will arrive before you know it, so if you have warped and rotting boards the time to plan a deck overhaul is now. Is a full replacement in order or can ...