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Spring is a popular time to build or replace a deck. But a lumber shortage is dramatically altering the decking landscape. If you’re planning on building an outdoor deck this year, brace yourself. A ...

Aaron Pilch was on a quest for two pieces of wood. It took him three weeks to find them. The do-it-yourselfer recently needed the 2-inch-by-12-inch-by-12-foot planks of pressure-treated pine to make ...

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How Freeze-Thaw Cycles Impact Multi-Level Deck Stability and Drainage in Birdtown, OH Eastlake, United States - March ...

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A study in Forest Products Journal says wooden decks can deteriorate considerably in just two to three years. That means sooner or later, you’ll need to refinish your deck. Pressure-treated deck ...

With changes in materials and building techniques, and a return on investment that rivals other home renovations, an outdoor deck is one of the fastest growing ways to dramatically improve the value ...

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