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How to Identify Poor Quality Composite Decking
There is a lot of $#!++y composite decking in the market. And if you're not careful, your savings might get burnt by a BAD product. Nobody wants to experience this. But if you don't live and breath th
Why You Want Cable Rail - But Is It Safe?
Cable rail continues to be desired by homeowners everywhere. The clean, modern, industrial look provides many of the same benefits of glass rail, without the maintenance. So here's a bunch of reason w
Decks vs Patios: When to Build What
Decks versus patios... the lifelong debate about what makes more sense in your back yard. Well the short answer is: either. In this episode, Wade and Shane discuss five scenarios where it makes more s
It's Hard to Stay on Top
Getting to the top if a feat in of itself... but staying on top is even harder. In this episode, Wade and Shane discuss Trex's dominance, the competitive challenges it contends with, and its unprecede
Should Deck Builders Tackle Hardscapes Too?
In this episode, Wade and Shane discuss why deck building businesses may want to adopt a comprehensive backyard approach. They discuss how broadening spectrum can enhance customer experience, enlarge
Highlights in Outdoor Living from IBS 2024
Wade and Shane recently made the trip to the International Builders Show in Las Vegas. In this episode we discuss what we saw, and didn't see, in the world of outdoor living at IBS 2024Find more Th
10 Reasons to Start Your Backyard Project Before Spring
Spring weather means the spring frenzy construction season gets underway. That's right - shoulder to shoulder at the store, long permit wait times, waiting longer for quotes, not getting scheduled whe
2024 Outdoor Living Trends in the Deck and Patio World
It's 2024 and spring looks to be knocking at the door. So what can we expect for trends in outdoor living this year? Wade and Shane discuss 12 of the top trends we expect to see, or continue to see, i
Top 10 Myths in the Decking Industry - DEBUNKED!
There are a lot of misconceptions and myths in the decking industry, and unfortunately that leads to homeowners making important decisions based on poor information. Here are 10 common myths that we d
Need a Waterproof Deck? Four Great Rain Management Systems
Dry space under your deck can be very desirable to convert that space into a weather-safe patio or even just a dry storage space. We discuss four great systems that will accomplish this for you: Trex