The top of this wall is framed so the top plate sits at a 14-degree angle (the same pitch as the roof), so the wall height ...

A team of international researchers led by King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia has ...

Did you know that for the same amount of time and energy required to strip, sand and stain a wooden deck, you can replace the ...

Wood rot is one of the most serious and irrefutable signs that your deck is stuffed. ‘During the life of a timber deck, you will likely see elements of decay, such as surface mould like algae growing ...

SELF-DRILLING POINT: Together, the coarse screw threads and a self-drilling point design eliminate the need for a pilot hole CERAMIC COATING: The wood screws feature a 4-layer coating provides ...

If screws are stripped or nails are popping ... though this varies based on your local climate and deck exposure. Composite decking generally requires less maintenance, but can still benefit ...

Also consider hidden fasteners or systems that hide the attachments. Most composite decking manufacturers also sell plastic plugs—designed to conceal holes from fasteners—that are color ...

To make it more durable, I’m using pieces of composite deck boards for the “concrete” blocks ... and flathead Phillips screws. Neptali Martinez photo The composite boards are leftover scraps, the pipe ...

Advanced heat-mitigation properties engineered into the shell of the boards reflect the sun and keep the surface cooler* than other composite decking offerings of a similar color. "This ...

If you’re taking on a DIY composite decking project, you’re in for a rewarding experience. Not only will you improve your outdoor space, but you’ll also have the satisfaction of completing it yourself ...

This market offers various varieties, including capped composite decking with protective shells. Fading, staining, and scratching concerns are minimized with these weather-resistant, low ...

Screws, joints and fasteners on an outdoor structure can also be affected and compromise the stability of the structure. We spoke to Rod Schiefelbein, Australian market manager at composite decking ...