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Fencing

What Type of Fence is Best for The Environment?

Fences serve many functions. They can act as barriers to protect your property. They can keep children and pets away from pot...

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Framing

Why Steel’s Life-Cycle Makes it a Sustainable Deck Framing Choice

Sustainability and green construction often conjure images of undisturbed landscapes and lush greenery as opposed to an indus...

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Railing

How to Modernize Outdoor Commercial Spaces with Steel Railing

Railing, whether on a ground-level deck or a high-rise balcony, is primarily there to keep occupants safe. But railing doesn'...

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Framing

Why Deck Stairs Shouldn't Be an Afterthought: 5 Deck Stair Ideas on Trend

Deck stairs are a crucially important part of any deck system. They bear the responsibility of providing a safe, visually app...

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Pergolas

3 simple ways to extend your living space outdoors with a pergola

Do dreams of lazy days soaking up the sun have you looking for ways to extend your living space outdoors? You're not alone. A...

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Fencing

3 Qualities that Strengthen School Fences

Unauthorized access by intruders onto school premises is one of the greatest threats to school security. To curb this danger,...

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Decking

3 Elements to Consider When Building a Rooftop Deck

Rooftop decks can be gamechangers for homeowners short on yard space. They can also lift homeowners above the fence line for...

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Framing

3 Deck Stair Ideas That Elevate Your Space

According to Qualified Remodeler’s 2022 report on the year’s biggest outdoor living trends, wood-alternative railing systems...

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Fencing

Upgrades to Make Your Outdoor Space More Pet Friendly

Since the start of the pandemic, over 20 million Americans have acquired a new dog or cat, raising the percentage of American...

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Framing

Modern Building Products for Outdoor Kitchens

The kitchen is the heart of the home, so it's no surprise that demand for outdoor kitchens is on the rise. Fortunately, moder...

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Railing

5 Deck Railing Design Ideas to Inspire You

In the warm summer months, more and more people are updating their outdoor living spaces. Investing in deck railings that are...

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Pergolas

3 Ways to Design a Seamless Indoor to Outdoor Connection

When a home’s layout is planned (or upgraded) to foster a seamless indoor to outdoor connection, it can make both indoor and...

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Framing

How-to: Design Tips for Multilevel Decks

Multilevel decks can create visually appealing and sprawling outdoor living spaces. For homes in mountainous regions or those...

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Lighting

Before You Hire a Pro - What to Consider When Selecting a Contractor

Sometimes even the most ambitious DIYer needs a little help now and then. A challenging project, like building a rooftop deck...

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Pergolas

Tips for DIY - What to Consider Before You Do It Yourself

Some projects are small enough that DIYers can start on a lark and have it completed in a weekend. Decks are not one of these...

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