Installation tips, species comparisons, and maintenance guides from our team of hardwood specialists.
107 articles
Discover how to build fire-resistant outdoor spaces using hardwood. Learn about the best materials, installation tips, maintenance care, and more.
Learn how to effectively install aluminum railing with hardwood decking. This guide offers essential tips for DIY homeowners and contractors for a successful project.
Discover essential hardwood deck cleaning and finishing mistakes to avoid. Learn best practices for maintaining your deck's beauty and longevity.
Discover why the deck framing is crucial for your project. Learn how it impacts safety and longevity compared to the choice of decking boards.
Explore the aesthetic and functional benefits of combining glass railings with hardwood decks. This comprehensive guide covers installation, maintenance and more.
Discover how to effectively match your deck railing style with hardwood species like Ipe and Cumaru. This guide covers aesthetic appeal, installation tips, and maintenance considerations.
Learn about the leading cause of deck failures: inadequate drainage. Discover installation tips to ensure your deck stands the test of time and moisture.
Choosing the right railing system for an Ipe or tropical hardwood deck is both a design and structural decision. This guide covers the best options and what to look for.
The ledger board — where your deck attaches to the house — is responsible for more deck collapses than any other single component. Here's what every homeowner needs to know.
Aluminum framing is growing in popularity for deck structures. Learn how Ipe and other tropical hardwoods perform on aluminum framing — and the key installation considerations.
Proper joist spacing is critical for hardwood deck performance and longevity. Learn the correct spacing for Ipe, Cumaru, Garapa, Tigerwood, and other tropical species.
Ice and snow can damage hardwood decks and create serious slip hazards on stairs. Learn the right and wrong ways to remove ice from hardwood decking without damaging the surface.
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