9th Dec 2010 @ 12:39 PM

For those whose garden decking is still covered in snow, it is a good idea to get rid of it but it is important to exercise care when doing so, particularly if the deck has a herringbone pattern. The Advantage Trim and Lumber blog states that the choice of shovel is critically important, as using a... more »

8th Dec 2010 @ 12:27 PM

Removing snow from Ipe decking may appear to be a straightforward task however, there are certain steps which homeowners should take to ensure they do not damage the structure and do a thorough job. According to the Advantage Trim and Lumber blog, couples must realise that they cannot use any old s... more »

3rd Dec 2010 @ 1:49 PM

Garden decking can transform the back yard into something really special, however, couples need to consider more than just aesthetics when deciding on such a project. Holly Miller, writing on the Real Estate Blog, said that there are numerous options when it comes to garden decking and that homeown... more »

25th Nov 2010 @ 12:42 PM

Couples who invest in pressure-treated hardwood decking should not be alarmed if they notice the boards shrink a little after the structure has been built. A homeowner who wrote to Gene Austin at the McClatchy-Tribune News Service complained that his planks had shrunk and wondered if it was a sign ... more »

19th Nov 2010 @ 12:35 PM

Couples who are considering installing their own hardwood decking must ensure that it is supported in a sturdy fashion, with one expert recommending solid deck piers. Tim Carter, from Ask the Builder, told a homeowner who found that wooden posts would not support his deck that it is almost impossib... more »

9th Nov 2010 @ 4:59 PM

Garden decking is one of the most beautiful additions couples can make to their outdoor space and when done correctly it can add value onto the property when the time comes to sell. Brandon Henderly said in an entry on App Boxx that hardwood decking will pay for itself in the long run but that maki... more »

8th Nov 2010 @ 4:40 PM

It is important to keep garden decking dry as much as possible, an expert has claimed. Sara Busse, writing for the Charleston Gazette, said that one mistake people make with their hardwood decking is leaving containers on them which eventually fill with water. This water them seeps onto the deckin... more »

3rd Nov 2010 @ 4:02 PM

When it comes to garden decking homeowners can choose from hardwood decking, composite and plastic boards, each of which have their upsides and downsides. According to Design Establishment, if cost is the main factor in a couple's decision then garden decking made out of wood is their best opti... more »

2nd Nov 2010 @ 2:00 PM

The housing market is going through a period of uncertainty which is why many couples have decided to improve rather than move. According to the Lime Orchard Garden Living blog, many people have been pushed out of the market due to a number of reasons but that does not mean they cannot enjoy an att... more »

1st Nov 2010 @ 3:32 PM

Those who have invested in new hardwood decking to replace their old structure have been advised to secure the support posts in concrete. Dwight Barnett, certified master inspector with the American Society of Home Inspectors, told a reader of the Seattle Times that this, along with concrete footin... more »