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When constructing a deck around a cantilevered floor structure, you should never attach the deck ledger directly to the rim joist of the cantilevered area.  The above photo illustrates what can be the result.  On this particular project, the deck pulled the floor system rim board... Read More →

The 2013 Cost vs. Value remodeling report is now available.  Although the Ohio area didn’t see improvements equaling those of the national averages, we did see improvements on your project dollars returned in resale values.  Click here to find the full report at Remodeling... Read More →

In this series, I would like to highlight “What not to do during deck construction.”  The photos and topics are items we see repeatedly as a contractor hired to fix the problem. This particular post addresses the deck connection to the home.  We typically call the... Read More →

Decorating your deck for the Holidays – Oftentimes, the backyard deck is a forgotten wilderness when winter weather hits your area.  However, a simply decorated Christmas Tree set up in the corner will give your backyard deck some real holiday spirit. An artificial tree can... Read More →

Anytime a deck is being built, there should be special attention paid to deck plank spacing. Materials expand and contract at different rates. Here are some examples: concrete expands and contracts nearly twice as much as wood, and wood expands and contracts almost one and a half... Read More →

Now is a great time to prepare your deck, sidewalks and porches for winter. It is much easier to remove all your potted plants, furniture, rugs and other items from these areas now, before the ice and snow arrive. This will aid in snow and ice removal and prevent damage to items... Read More →

XLM is a premium, PVC decking plank, engineered for maximum scratch, mildew and stain resistance, and a luxurious appearance. XLM stands up to what comes with a busy, active lifestyle: kids, pets and the perils of entertaining, such as spills and heavy deck traffic. The... Read More →

Earthwood Evolutions takes scratch, stain and fade resistance to an entirely new level with warm, natural hardwood style and authentic graining. Capped with a fully protected poly shell that features TimberTech’s exclusive HyrdoLock™ technology, the plank is practically... Read More →