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Over the past few years, big changes have been underway in the decking world. Wood has historically been the material of choice for many homeowners, primarily due to its relatively low cost. However, ...

Composite decking is a great choice vs. wood for a variety of reasons. People choose wood plastic composite (WPC) or even plastic lumber (PL) over wood because they want the finished project to resist ...

In early 2020, my family and I hired pros to tear off the stone steps, wrapped with a waist-height rock wall, at the back of our house. The steps were nearly 100 years old, and the entire fixture was ...

Slippery decking isn't just an inconvenience; it's a health hazard. While your wooden deck may look gorgeous during the summer months, soaked in sunlight and consistently dry to the touch, come winter ...

Trex Company leads the composite decking market, leveraging its pioneering status, strong brand, and innovative recycled-materials products. TREX is expanding manufacturing with a new Arkansas plant, ...

Gareth William Leek used an aerial photograph from Google Earth to help show his decking was lawfully built A homeowner has used Google Earth to keep decking he built in his garden to avoid a planning ...