January-February 2012 Table of Contents

Anticipating what can go wrong keeps profit margins intact. Read more

Use a two-part epoxy and set the clamps at a consistent pressure Read more

Have ever-expanding codes made decks safer? Read more

You don't need to destroy interior floors to attach a deck to the house. Read more

A few simple steps will keep your assets safe Read more

Code's effect on creativity; tips for working with cable rail; applying safety factors Read more

LiteSteel promotes strength, ease of use. Read more

Warping and cracking are less common in higher-quality treated lumber Read more

WPC, capstock, cellular PVC - what does it all mean to the deck builder? Read more

Build an inexpensive and sturdy saw stand out of a sheet of plywood Read more

Nationally, the amount a deck adds to a home's value is down, but it ranges widely depending on local housing markets Read more