Homeowner

Join us on the job site to learn about what goes into making grade-A plywood.

Track saws produce extremely precise, straight cuts, making them a helpful tool, especially when cutting long lengths of wood. Here we learn how to use them.

Today, we’re covering the difference between planers and jointers, the process of turning rough lumber into a finished material, and how you can do some of this work right at a job site.

Using materials from different brands when building your deck can lead to unintended consequences and even costly issues later on. In this episode of our decking series, deck expert Kevin Kunka explains why it’s wise to stick with the same brand when embarking on an outdoor living project.

While no deck is truly "no-maintenance," manufactured decks get pretty close. Learn basic maintenance tips and best practices to keep your manufactured deck in great condition from special guest Kevin Kunka of Trex. 

In this episode of our decking series with Trex deck expert Kevin Kunka, we talk about how to use your manufactured decking warranty — from registering a product to filing a claim.

While composite decking certainly requires less ventilation than traditional wood, it's still susceptible to damage without adequate airflow.

Stairs can often become an afterthought in the deck-planning process—but whether they’re a focal point of the overall design or not, deck stairs require thoughtful planning to ensure they’re strong, safe, and up to code.

In this episode of our decking series, we talk about two methods for installing composite or manufactured fascia and various best practices to keep in mind as you plan and install your deck.