DAY'S END
Floating a Pergola In Place
After laminating up a 60-foot curved beam on site, the crew uses a crane to lift the structure while columns are installed underneath Read more
When the economy improves, you'll want to be in a position to take advantage of it Read more
When you run into your clients in 12 years, hopefully you'll be able to do so with dignity Read more
PDB WEB EXCLUSIVE
Complex Pergola Details
Careful planning and steel reinforcement help create the illusion that two separate structures are a single 78-foot-long pergola. Read more
Fireplaces in Porches
Installing a prefab firebox can extend your clients' outdoor-living season without breaking their budget. Read more
DECKING NEWS
Lead-Paint Certification Deadline Approaches
Lead-paint law; decking forecast; more Read more
Depriving fungus of what it needs to live will help wood products last a lifetime Read more
Solo-Building a High-Rise Deck
Working alone 23 feet off the ground takes planning, strength, and a crane. Read more
TOOL KIT
Hidden-Fastener Tool
Tiger Claw hidden-fastener gun; Bosch cordless rotary hammer Read more
Lighting a Deck
A deck lighting system adds value for homeowners and profits for builders. Read more
