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Articles about decking (350-400 of 428)
- How To Care For A Deck
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - With proper maintenance a well built deck will provide years of enjoyment and service. Normal usage along with outdoor elements such as rain, snow, ice, wind and constant exposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun can affect this outdoor living space harshly. However, a simple program of deck care can go a long way to keeping a deck in relatively good shape.
Sweeping and removing debris minimizes the chances of rot that could cause structural damage. Doing this on a regular basi ...
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- How To Create Deck Access
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - Deck access is an important factor in the design and creation of this important type of outdoor structure. No matter how complete the landscape design is made, even the most luxurious deck will not be used unless it can be seen from the inside, unless an easy way to get at it is provided and if its uses are in conflict with the uses of any adjacent interior room.
Visual access, actual access and compatibility have the power to spell the difference between successful and unsuccessf ...
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- How To Use Deck Design Software
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - A computer is a powerful design tool that can be used in many ways in relation to the deck planning, designing and construction process. This ranges from creating lists to generating complex drawings. With the word processing program it is possible to make a deck wish list, an inventory of site conditions, a materials list, plant lists, a breakdown of necessary tasks to do and a list of contractors. It is also ideal because all of these items can so easily be revised and prioritized at any time ...
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- How To Make Deck Railing And Stair Repairs
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - Deck stairs and railings are often the first part of a deck that requires some kind of attention becaue they receive almost constant use. Since their fasteners are hidden deck railings and stairs can definitely prove to be challenging to repair. However, deck railing and stair repairs must be made to protect the safety of everyone using the deck.
Repairing railings is best done while the problem is still just a quick fix type. Ignoring the problem is a huge mistake since railings ...
Tags: deck, deck railing, deck stairs, posts, stringer, tread, baluster, riser, shim
- The Top 10 Deck Money Saving Tips
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - Everyone likes to keep as many dollars as possible in the bank. Listed below are 10 great strategies for accomplishing this during the deck building process.
1. Develop an itemized list of deck materials with precise quantities and services included. Visit suppliers and large retail stores and give them an opportunity to bid on the entire list. Specialty suppliers may be able to offer competitive prices because they are dealing with one larger order as opposed to several small ord ...
Tags: deck building, deck, money saving tips, deck design, redesign, deck materials
- How To Choose Deck Materials
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - The most common choice of deck materials is one of 2 types - naturally rot-resistant woods or treated wood.
Naturally Rot-Resistant Wood:
There are several varieties that are popular in the deck construction process.
Western red cedar is a cinnamon brown color which weathers to silver grey if left unfinished. The heartwood which is clear and vertically grained has great rot-resistance, is dimensionally stable and is easy to to work. Imperfect clear boards c ...
Tags: deck materials, deck, cedar, redwood, pressure treated, ipe, cambara, meranti, Alaska yellow cedar, composite
- How To Create Deck Benches And Planters
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - Once the essentials of framing, decking and railings have been constructed it is time to add deck benches and planters that can help to make the deck even more attractive, interesting and functional.
Built-in benches are a great way to provide seating for a larger number of people at family and social gatherings. A permanent bench near a door is a convenient place for changing dirty shoes or resting shopping bags while trying to find house keys in a pocket or purse. Bench seats b ...
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- How To Create Final Deck Drawings
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - Once all of the decisions have been made regarding the deck site, substructure, decking, stairs and railings, a homeowner is finally ready to put the ideas on paper and transform them into a workable design. Before beginning gather as much information as possible about deck design and final deck drawings. Visit the local building department in advance of planning your deck in order to obtain information and printed guidelines and sample plan drawings which are generally free and readily availabl ...
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- How To Adjust Deck Plans
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - At times homeowners search different sources for deck plans that would work in their yards with some adjustments. Those plans have been designed for specific sites with differences in plan styles, foundations, materials and details reflecting the individual designers' preferences. The variations to be made by homeowners may be influenced by locale, style, needs and cost.
In order to adjust deck plans it is important to think about the deck from the top down. Draw exactly what the ...
Tags: deck plans, deck design, deck framework, deck beams, deck joists, ledger, deck
- How To Create A Wraparound Deck
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - Outdoor deck spaces that are designed to wrap around a house offer many benefits with fewer costs and construction headaches. Turning a corner or two is one of the easiest ways to create separate spaces on a deck. A wraparound deck allows a homeowner to get into or out of the sun or wind. It has the ability to create a private refuge separated from the main area of the deck where one can read or relax in private. The deck can also be accessed from more than one doorway.
A modest w ...
Tags: wraparound deck, deck design, deck, deck beam, deck joist, deck ledger
- How To Create Deck Benches
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - Homeowners have a wide variety of choice when considering adding benches to a deck. There are many styles and there are different ways of attaching them either to the deck frame or to the deck surface. In most cases it is a good design idea to use the same materials on the deck benches that are used on the deck. This goes a long with helping the 2 structures blend in with one another.
Bench supports can have a massive look with front and back legs made of 4x4 or 6x6 lumber. But i ...
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- How To Clean A Deck
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - To clean a deck is probably the most labor intensive part of restoring this outdoor living space. Once the deck is clean it may actually be in better shape that was thought. The first step is to clean between decking boards. Maximum circulation of air should be maintained around each deck board. Buildup of debris between deck boards keeps wood moist, slows down drainage and encourages mildew growth. The important things is to spray an area with water and then use a putty knife to scrape out what ...
Tags: deck cleaning, deck restoration, deck maintenance, mildew, algae, deck refinishing, deck
- How To Create Deck Water Features
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - One of the best ways to improve the aesthetic appeal of an outdoor living space is to create a great deck water feature. The gentle splashes and trickles as well as the sparkle of moving water will make the deck seem like a world apart.
A shallow reflecting pond with its glassy surface acts as a natural mirror and creates a calming and contemplative setting. The sound of splashing water soothes and cheers those around it. There are many design possibilities from shaping a peaceful ...
Tags: deck water feature, deck design, deck, pond, fountain, fountainhead, submersible pump, pond liner
- Every Garden Needs A Summerhouse
By: Neil MacLeod | - Holiday over, but are you longing to recreate the ambience of dining al fresco on warm summer evenings in your own garden? Unfortunately, British summers just aren't as predictable or accommodating as Mediterranean ones and so often the best made plans to entertain friends outdoors fall flat with spirits dampened by a last minute downpour.
If year round outdoor living is high on your list of priorities, why not invest in a stunning timber summerhouse? Rapidly becoming more a ...
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- How To Choose A Deck Shape
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - There are limitless numbers of shapes and forms that decks can assume. The choice of deck shapes will often be determined by:
1. the terrain and landscaping that exists within the property lines
2. the proximity of neighbors
3. the dramatic view that are available
4. the proposed uses that the deck will serve
Deck shapes can be broken down into several simple categories:
1. Ground level decks - These struct ...
Tags: deck shapes, deck design, decks, ground level deck, raised deck, wraparound deck, multilevel deck
- How To Decorate A Deck
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - Any time spent on a deck will be more enjoyable when surrounded by a few favorite things. But, as with any good design, decorating a deck can benefit a great deal from taking the time to do some advance planning.
The first important step is to sit in a comfortable chair and survey the space. It's a must to avoid consciously planning the space in doing this looking around. However, it is important to make note of what areas are attention getting. These are the places that need det ...
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- How To Create A Great Raised Deck
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - Homeowners generally make the choice for constructing raised decks because of quality of the views from such an upper level. In some cases the slope of the yard makes any other type of deck an impossibility. Individuals who own homes with walkout basements generally find that a raised deck is the only practical choice to gaining access to the deck from a main living area such as a kitchen or family room. A raised deck is also a solution to homeowners who wish to add a deck that adjoins a second ...
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- How To Create A Great Multifunction Deck
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - Very few decks are used for a single purpose. The wise thing to do is to plan for several uses before construction starts so that everyone involved in the process is content with the outcome. The trick is not to go to the extreme. Trying to cram too many ideas into one design can become a disaster. Instead begin by planning for 1 or 2 major activities that the family would enjoy doing on the deck and work out from there.
There are a number of design techniques that can be used in ...
Tags: multifunction decks, decks, deck design, arbor, pergola, water feature
- 3 Deck Railing Options
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - Wooden railings are generally the most commonly used type of railing system utilized in deck design. However, there are many other deck railing options.
Some systems use wood posts and rails but replace the balustrade with cables, pipes or glass panels. Alternative systems use metal or plastic materials or combinations of the 2 to replace the wooden components.
Although these optional railing systems may be more expensive in terms of the cost of materials, they may ...
Tags: deck railings, deck, railing, glass panel, cable railing, PVC railing, metal railing, composite
- Garden Improvements 'can Increase Property Value'
By: Tom Dawson | - With the summer finally showing signs of brightening, many homeowners are likely to be venturing outside into their gardens, where homeowner loans might help them to make the most of the space available.
And new research from one personal finance commentator has set out what features consumers should plump for if they are looking to sell their home. According to Halifax Estate Agents, mature shrubs and trees, set aside a paved area such as a patio, are sought after garden features ...
Tags: increase, property, value, home, garden, improvement, loans, secured, homeowners
- The 3 Main Types Of Deck Material
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - Traditionally, deck material has been wood. Depending on what part of the country lived in, that might be redwood, western cedar or pressure-treated southern pine.
Other types of wood material are also becoming more available: Alaska yellow cedar and rain-forest hardwoods such as ipe and red meranti from Malaysia.
In addition, two new categories of deck material have appeared in recent years: composites made from natural wood fiber and recycled plastic and decking m ...
Tags: deck materials, redwood, cedar, pressure-treated, Alaska yellow cedar, ipe, meranti
- Garden Improvements Add Privacy And Value
By: Abbi Rouse | - Taking out a cheap loan to pay for some improvements to a garden could enable potential house sellers to raise the value of their home, with the aesthetic pleasure, privacy and protection offered by a well-developed garden often an enticing proposition for those looking to buy a property.
According to comments from a partner of chartered surveyors Cluttons, while putting money into your garden solely for the purposes of adding value to a house is not that common, it would more lik ...
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- 5 Types Of Deck Fasteners
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - In the construction of your deck the nails, screws, bolts and other kinds of deck fasteners are the glue that will hold your project together making it strong and stable for years to come. Some of these choices such as the size of lag screws or carriage bolts are regulated by local building codes for strength and safety issues. Others choices such as whether to use nails or screws depend more upon personal homeowner preferences than local building codes.
No matter what type of fas ...
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- 3 Deck Skirting Solutions
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - In the construction of a deck homeowners tend to spend most of their money and energy on the deck framework, decking, railing system and steps. One key vertical element is often neglected - the skirting.
If your deck is high enough that you can see the framing structure, then it would be a wise decision to add skirting for several reasons.
1. The underside of a deck can be distracting and unsightly with its large beams, joists and support posts.
2. ...
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- The 6 Deck Design Principles
By: Richard Vande Sompel | - The process of creating a deck plan, selecting a suitable site and choosing the appropriate features to include should be done with the intention of taking advantage of all of the unique features of your home and backyard as well as the needs of the family members and their aesthetic preferences. A good deck design grows out of existing conditions and does not create the feeling that the resulting deck was forced onto the site. The important thing is to focus on the 6 design principles that will ...
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- Guide To Cabot Deck Stain
By: Masni Rizal Mansor | - To have a clean and neat home is something that all will want. Exterior living has become very popular especially in the west. Thus the exterior house stains and deck stains have become a big nuisance and a challenge. For deck stains Cabot deck stain is number one. It helps prevent mildew on the deck without harming the stains. If the surface of the wood is not cleaned or washed properly, the stain will wear off. They are available in many colors.
What is Cabot Deck Stain?
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- All About Wood Deck Designs
By: Simon Harris | - Perhaps the most common question asked by homeowners is: "Where can I get some good ideas for my wood deck design?" There are many places where you can look. One of the best sources of information is, of course, on the Internet, where you can find hundreds and hundreds of company websites where wood deck designs are featured - complete with photographs and in some cases even downloadable plans (you may have to purchase these).
Really, there is no one 'best' wood deck design - no o ...
Tags: build a deck, wood decks, home improvement, construction, home
- Top Tips On Buying A Used Boat
By: Simon White | - Follow these principles and you can buy your boat with confidence whatever type of boat you are buying.
When buying from a private seller, the boat will usually come with no warranty, so you need to check it carefully to avoid making an expensive mistake. Many brokers and dealers sell used boats as well as new, and may offer a limited warranty. Whilst this may provide some peace of mind, the dealer's commission is usually reflected in a higher price.
Before inspecti ...
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- Villa Nicoletta Caret Bay St Thomas
By: swhitey | - If you are looking to travel to St Thomas in the US Virgin Islands then renting a luxury villa may be the way to go. We can recommend villas in West Caret Bay St Thomas. These are luxury villas with many of amenities. Some of the amenities include:
Tiki Bar
Hot Tub
Pool
4 Bedrooms
3.5 Baths
WiFi and Broadband
4 Dell Computers
Gated Community
Alarm System
Retractable Awning
Home Theatre
Bose Outdoor Speake ...
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- Why Use Recycled Plastic Lumber?
By: Donna Reed | - Plastic lumber, poly-wood, permo-wood, envirowood, poly lumber and eco-lumber are all names for the same great product - no matter what you call it - it all still refers to the revolutionary material that is transforming the casual and patio furniture industry. Poly wood is both environmentally friendly and economically viable.
Constructed from recycled milk jugs and plastic containers, recycled plastic lumber is formed into many of the profiles you would expect from traditional ...
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- Container Flower Gardening
By: Garnett Johnston | - If you are like most people the pleasure of seeing fresh, vibrant and colorful blooms is one of the greatest delights of both the spring and summer seasons.
You don't need to be a gardening expert to produce your own. Anyone can plant, grow, and enjoy their own pleasurable flower garden regardless of where they live. It doesn't have to take up a lot of time consuming nor does it need to take up a lot of space.
The solution for those who want the joys of a real ga ...
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- 10 Recommended Value - Adding Home Improvements
By: Arthor Pens | - Results from a survey carried out by 100 estate agents across the UK reveal the 10 most common value adding home improvements.
1) Loft Conversion - 22,000
2) New Extension - 19,000
3) New Kitchen - 10,000
4) New Conservatory - 9,000
5) New Windows - 6,000
6) Central Heating - 5,000
7) New Bathroom - 5,000
8) Re-decoration - 4,000
9) Resurfaced Driveway - 3,000
10) Garden De ...
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- Get Your Pools Glowing With Pool Lights
By: Automatic Pool Cleaners | - Swimming pool lights beautify your pools at night. They are superb in creating wonderful atmosphere in and around your swimming pools. These fantastic lights really help to make your pools captivating. These spectacular lights in your pools help to create your nice mood to spend time in your mesmeric pools, with your dears, after dark.
Swimming pool lights really help to offer celestial touch to your pools. There are different types of swimming pool lights that help to create char ...
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- Building A Deck For Your Hot Tub
By: Chad Milhouse | - Many today want to install a hot tub on their existing deck, if your deck was not built will the weight consideration of a hot tub chances are your existing deck will not support a hot tub even though a hot tub may only weigh 400 to 500 lbs they may hold 300 gallons of water a 7 pounds per gallon or and additional 2100 pounds add that to the weight of the tub and add the weight of the occupants you can see the weight per square is quite high. In most cases you deck can be redesigned to hold a ho ...
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- Planning Garden Renovation
By: Jim Brown | - Home remodeling doesn't just concern the interior of the house, outside is just as important.
My husband and myself have just spent the last two to three months renovating our rather tired looking front garden. It was all trees, bushes, herbes that were taking over along with the weeds. Firstly we hired a skip for a couple of days, and then we dug up all the gravel, trees, bushes etc. After the skip had gone, we started to dig the garden; this was no easy exercise, as it is 110 fe ...
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- Choosing Quality Industrial Steel Shelving.
By: Dominik Hussl | - There are many different manufacturers of Industrial Steel Shelving in the market today. The trouble is picking quality shelving at a reasonable price. The Prices of a shelf depending on the manufacturer can vary greatly and so can the quality. Your cheapest product is currently coming out of China where this type of shelving is mass produced in great quantities. You will also see some cheaper versions of Industrial type shelf's at places like Wal-Mart.
The problem with cheap She ...
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- This Chiropractic Marketing Tip Is Almost Too Easy
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- Why Should I Choose A Fiberglass Swimming Pool?
By: Riley Hendersen | - A fiberglass swimming pool is just one of several varieties, which also include vinyl and concrete. Which type of pool you should get will ultimately depends on your individual needs and requirements, as well as how much money you are willing or able to spend on the swimming pool.
Fiberglass pools have been around since the 1950's. The concept idea was actually taken from the idea of a fiberglass boat. Just like a high-quality fiberglass boat, a fiberglass pool generally has no ...
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- Teak Wood Is Very Beautiful As Well As Strong So This Makes It One Of The Best To Use For Your Outdo
By: Patricia Woods.. | - Teak is a brand of tropical hardwoods with a scientific tag of Tectona. Teak is a hardwood native to South and Southeast Asia and is typically part of a monsoon jungle, growing on low hills, far away from the shore line. Teak is a deciduous tree, dropping its leaves in the rainless season and is not included in a tropical rainforest. It is a enormous tree, and does easily grow 30 to 40 meters big. Teak has a large concentration of oils and minerals, causing the wood to be waxy and rubbery. ...
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- Why Is The Leader Of All Dogs The Bulldog?
By: Bob Bergeth | - Do you know why the leader of all dogs is the bulldog?
Do you know which great leader personified the same qualities as the bulldog?
Every person, every dog looks at a bulldog with a feeling of the utmost and profound respect. If you can meet the bulldog leadership test, life will be good to you.
You cannot buy it and you will not learn it in school.
Bulldogs are revered because they will not let loose, they hold on. Once the dog has ...
Tags: leader, leadership, entrepreneur, sales, business, persistence, success, resoluteness, motivation
- How To Build A Gazebo - Setting The Base For Your New Gazebo
By: Arturo R | - You have finally decided to add that gazebo you have always been wanting to your backyard. You have done your research, decided what type and style you want, now all you need to do is to learn how to build a gazebo.
It is fairly easy to learn how to build a gazebo, especially if you are talented with your hands. You learn how to build a gazebo with advice from the experts, a good design plan, the proper tools, and the best wood that your budget allows. It doesnt hurt to have so ...
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- Landscaping Projects: Build A Patio
By: Mr.Andrew Caxton | - Adding a patio area to your garden is a great way to build an entertaining area for your friends and family. There are many kinds of materials to chose from so you can find the perfect style to suit your home.
A Design Scheme For Your Patio
If you want to refresh the look of your outdoor space you could re-do your patio on a yearly basis. The main thing about patio, whether starting from scratch or freshening up an old design, is to ensure that the surface is set to perfect ...
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- Facts About Industrial Pallet Racks.
By: Dominik Hussl | - If you are in the material handling business you will likely be looking for pallet racks to organize your warehouse. You can find used pallet racks at significantly reduced prices from most material handling equipment distributors. However if shiny new equipment is important to you then you may want to get new pallet racks for your warehouse. Pricing on this type of industrial equipment can vary based on steel prices. That is why it is usually cheaper to buy used racks instead of new ones. If yo ...
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- Home Design Preferences Of Women
By: Real Estate Advisor | - Home designers are catering to women's interests and accommodating their opinions in home designs. This comes as no surprise given that women are the major decision makers in home purchases accounting to 83 % of consumer spending decisions in the U.S. Also the percentage of women home buyers is 22% and increasing each year and home designers and builders are increasingly trying to cash in on women's influence in the home buying process.
One of the main focuses of the recently hel ...
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