Today in our blog, we’re talking about the different options for the decking material of a deck. There are a lot of different components that

Handrails and guardrails are two distinct railing types that serve different primary functions on decks, though they are closely related. A handrail is a railing

Today we will discuss article VI, about rim joists, and close out our long and detailed series on the structural components of decks. This series

This past week, we reviewed section 4, on joists, in this multi-part article on the structural components of decks and the main elements of the

Joists are the horizontal substrate, part of the superstructure that supports the walking deck surface of the backyard deck system, particularly for decks installed on

Composite decking vs. Pvc decking – Which one wins in durability and longevity? If you are planning to build a new deck or upgrade your

Last week we continued looking at a six-part series on the topic of the structural elements and load path of a typical deck system. Today

Last week we began looking at a six-part series on the topic of the structural elements and the load path of a typical deck and

There are a multitude of different parts and components in deck construction, and every deck is a little bit different, there are multiple different types

Geotextile grids are an innovative construction material used to stabilize subsoils. These grids are comprised of high-strength polymer mesh that is permeable, allowing soil particles