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I learned deck building from a production deck builder. While he could build decks quickly, he could have been even faster if he’d used more…

There’s a lot to consider when you set out to refurbish an old porch. They’re challenging, and not just because every porch is different.

Like most small-business people, I’ve used personal computers (PCs) to manage my business. My wife, who runs the office, has also used PCs. Plus, I…

A toolbelt is a lot like a spouse: If you choose one in haste, odds are you’ll regret it.

Three Fences Designing, detailing, and installing fences for looks, quality, and production speed Mark Clement If I said I didn’t like building fences, I’d be…

When I’m on a deck or porch site, the way I usually figure out that a scraggly bush needs to be limbed or removed isn’t…

Confused by the alphabet soup of wood-treatment chemicals flooding the industry? Read on. In 2004, after dominating the market for more than 70 years, wood…

I learned deck building from a production deck builder. While he could build decks quickly, he could have been even faster if he’d used more…

I have specific criteria for work gloves. First, the gloves have to fit, meaning that when I’m wearing them, the answer to the following questions…

If you’re old enough, you remember nailing off decks with fistfuls of hot-dipped-galvanized sixteens. Your bags were loaded with pounds of nails, and your hammer…

If you’re old enough, you remember nailing off decks with fistfuls of hot-dipped-galvanized sixteens. Your bags were loaded with pounds of nails, and your hammer…

If you’re tempted to skip this article because you think safety is boring, consider that having a safety program might help you and your crew…

When I’m on a deck or porch site, the way I usually figure out that a scraggly bush needs to be limbed or removed isn’t…

Building a deck creates two distinct spaces. Topside, gleaming deck boards and guardrails invite customers to enjoy the outdoors. But if a deck is far…

For many homeowners, adding a deck can lead naturally to thinking about ways to connect the new outdoor living space with the inside of the…