Flowers and vegetables pop up out of the ground in the spring. So too do deck support posts. You may be a homeowner who wishes to create an outdoor gathering space or expand that small deck cobbled ...

The right lumber is key to a successful deck-building project. We’ll walk you through how to select lumber, examine the quality, and more.

Probably the most difficult decision to make when building a wood deck is what type of decking to use. All three choices—5/4 x 6-in. radius-edged cedar, pressure-treated and composite decking ...

Thermally modified wood has solidified its place as a leading material for exterior applications. Pairing this ...

Nailing a loose floorboard into the joist below should eliminate the rattle or squeak. But even if it doesn’t, we’ve got you covered.

If your wood deck, fence, or furniture was built from pressure-treated lumber made after 2004, you can strap on your safety mask—or N95 mask—to avoid inhaling dust and do the sanding yourself.

Chicago Deck Expert reveals the top five deck remodeling trends for 2025, focusing on sustainability, multi-level designs, ...