Products
Kyocera DuraXV Smartphone
Jobsites can be hazardous to a cellphone, so the more rugged, the better Read more
Products
Quikrete Q-Max Pro Concrete Mix
A new formula offers one-hour working time and three-hour walk-on time Read more
Products
Cable-Ready Posts
The Vertebrace is pre-threaded for cable connections and accepts a 4x4 PVC or composite post sleeve Read more
Products
Jacuzzi Hot Tubs
While your clients might prefer to be in the hot tub rather than taking advantage of its remote operating capabilities, the J-500 line has a lot of other hot features Read more
Products
Thompson's Aerosol Waterproofing Stain
Match wood accessories to the deck with minimal cleanup. Read more
Though grade stamps are unattractive, there are reasons to leave them in place even after the decking has been installed Read more
Eye for Design
Deck Lighting Boosts Sales
Showing prospective customers nighttime photos of your illuminated deck projects will help convert them into clients Read more
Structure
Connecting Girders to Deck Ledgers
When deck joists run parallel to the house, the connections between the girders they hang from and the deck ledger or rim joist may need to be engineered. Read more
Q&A
Best Finishes for Ipe?
When it comes to tropical hardwoods, forget everything you thought you knew about deck finishes. Read more
Letters
Attaching Stair Stringers
Mike Guertin adds a key detail to Kim Katwijk's stairbuilding tips Read more
TOOL KIT
Precast Deck Piers
Deck builder and remodeler Mike Guertin tries out EZ-Tube precast pier sections to see how they compare to poured-in-place footings. Read more
Preventing hazards starts with being aware of what they are Read more
Building a Commercial Deck
Building a Commercial Deck
A grid system held up by adjustable supports simplifies construction of this rooftop deck Read more
Better Deck Piers Part 2
Part 2: Best practices for forming and pouring concrete deck footings and piers Read more
Day’s End
Doggone Deck
Clever design makes this multifamily building's rooftop dog and dog-owner friendly Read more
Readers’ Tips
Concrete-Filled PVC Posts
Using PVC as the form and fascia yields strong and durable stairway terminal posts Read more
Not Black and White
Feeney adds a splash of color to the deck with its new line of aluminum railing Read more
Beyond Decking
En route to providing one-stop deck shopping, MoistureShield has introduced an accessory line-up that includes an aluminum rail, hidden fasteners, and a variety of lighting options Read more
Paver Patterns
Create a custom look by mixing and matching concrete pavers from Pavestone's Panorama Combo Series. Read more