Homeowners who are looking to install or replace a deck are typically faced with a major choice: composite decking vs. wood. Both are considered among the best decking materials, though each has its ...

Building a deck can provide a nice bump to your home value and give you room for outdoor living, whether that involves cocktails with friends or a quiet morning of birdwatching. And this year, after ...

Demand for environmentally friendly, virtually maintenance-free Trex composite decking grows every year. Why has this ...

Composite decking is a great choice vs. wood for a variety of reasons. People choose wood plastic composite (WPC) or even plastic lumber (PL) over wood because they want the finished project to resist ...

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 ...

Q. The home we own in Chicago has a deck on the front of the house surrounded by a low fence. The deck boards are showing their age, some are rotting, and it looks like it's time to replace the ...

Question: We want to build a deck this summer, but now we are confused about what to use: wood or a composite product such as Trex. Any suggestions? Answer: This can be somewhat of a “personal ...

NEW ORLEANS, March 18, 2024 — Buildings and production of the materials used in their construction emit a lot of carbon dioxide (CO 2), a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming and ...