Engineered for long-term performance, Trex Refuge decking resists fading, staining and scratching and will not rot, warp or ...

How a CR home editor dealt with material shortages and higher prices as he searched for the best decking material April 2022: Our finished deck, two years in the making. By Paul Hope In early 2020, my ...

A wood deck is subjected to continuous foot traffic, moisture, and seasonal changes in temperature. Early indicators of ...

If you’re planning on building a deck this year, you’re bound to encounter some pretty harsh realities. Inflation, coupled with an unprecedented lumber shortage, has caused decking prices to skyrocket ...

Dear Pablo: I am building a deck and am trying to decide between wood decking and a composite materials like Trex. Which one is more environmentally friendly?A deck can be a great addition to your ...

(BPT) – As the seasons turn, more homeowners are looking for projects that not only make their homes more livable, but also offer great return on investment. With demand high across the country for ...

Why should you have plans drawn up for your decking structure? The local council usually has the final say and can ask to see any plans as well as an engineer’s certificate, even if the deck is almost ...

Pretty much any deck will look great when it’s brand new, but a deck built with subpar materials will start showing its age in a year or two. Fast-forward a decade, and a wooden deck that was ...

CR tests composite decking for three years under severe conditions, evaluating planks from brands such as Azek, Fiberon, and ...