Decks Articles From Your Ithaca Deck Builder
Common Deck-Building Misses
A deck in your backyard is one of those places you take your friends, have a barbecue, and generally just chill out. When planned well and built properly it can be the pride and joy of your home. - Planned and built poorly, it can be nothing more than a shack waiting to decompose under the harshness of the sun and rain. ... (read more)
Is Hickory a Good Wood for Deck Building?
First of all, it is important to note that hickory has been widely recognized for its properties when it comes to the manufacture of thousands of different products, from sporting goods to flooring. ... (read more)
Interesting Composite Deck Building
If you are looking to get yourself a new composite deck for your home, you should try to stick to getting a professional to install and build it. ... (read more)
How to Renew an Old Deck Quickly
Perhaps you have been staring at your old, weathered Ithaca deck for some time now, with questions as to what the best route to go will be to bring it back to life. ... (read more)
Choosing a General Contractor For Your Deck Construction
Many people around Ithaca have yards that cannot be fully enjoyed without somewhere comfortable, useful and attractive to sit and to spend time. ... (read more)
Composite Deck Review
There are varying opinions and reviews out there regarding Ithaca Composite Deck Materials (good and bad) so I may as well add mine to the mix.... (read more)
Veranda Composite Decking Makes the Perfect Long-Lasting Deck
Wondering what decking material you should choose? Don't wrack your brains: just go for Veranda composite decking... (read more)
Signs That it is Time For Deck Repair
Decks, just like our roof, siding and windows bear the brunt of the extreme ice, snow and cold temperatures during the winter and driving rain during the spring. Ithaca deck repair and maintenance is critical to ensure the longevity and safety of your deck. ... (read more)
The Five Basic Types of Outdoor Decks - And How to Choose the Best One for You
When you're ready to begin building a new deck, the first thing to ask yourself is what you want that deck to accomplish. Ithaca custom decks can bring your family years of enjoyment, and add value and beauty to your home, but it's rarely a good idea to ... (read more)
Are Your Decks Safe? Take the 6 Question Challenge!
Decks have become a necessity! These extensions of our homes have become more and more popular and are springing up in suburbs and cities in addition to the traditional mountain cabin deck we are used to seeing. It's a wonderful place to spend our time, relax with family, and entertain guests ... (read more)
How to Pressure Wash Your Ithaca Decks and Fences
When you decide that your old gray Ithaca deck or fence is becoming an eye sore you can pressure wash it. First things first, you need to assess your project. Get the proper tools and equipment ready for use ... (read more)
Ithaca Patio Decks - Various Types of Outdoor Enclosures
People form opinions about others' houses just by looking at the outside. If the outside of your house looks amazing, then other people try to copy it in their own exterior house design ... (read more)
Custom Decks For New Homeowners
Building your own deck can be a daunting task. In the hands of a new Ithaca homeowner, constructing a new deck is a complicated process and the result can be heart-breaking. Apparently, there a lot of things to think about before the construction take place. Deck maintenance and ... (read more)
Deck Material Comparison
There are many types of synthetic boards you may use for Ithaca decking materials or you can choose wood materials that will last for many years. More durable woods like ipe can be oiled yearly to preserve the natural wood grain and stability. Consider the overall quality, wear, and durability of your deck choice.... (read more)
Trex Transcend Decking - Is it Really Better Than Both Composite and PVC Rivals?
This article is about Trex Transcend™ Decking. However I have decided to include my experience on a host of other composite type decking so you might use this information as a handy reference in your selection of the best valued product for.... (read more)
Deck Lighting
Decks are more likely to be used at night than in the daytime. The lighting arrangements in the deck help increase the usage of the deck manifold. The lighting arrangements along the deck will complete the construction of the deck. The lightings give the deck a beautiful and appealing look after sunset... (read more)
The Allure of a Teak Deck
Why do shipbuilders use teak to deck their fancy yachts, while we use naughty pine for the backyard decks that we let our children walk barefoot on? Due to its natural beauty, along with its naturally high level of oily resins called tectoquinones, teak has been the wood of choice... (read more)
Deck Screws: A Buyer's Guide
Building a deck is an investment in both your lifestyle and your home's value. This is why deck builders know that in order to ensure that your new deck is built to last, they will recommend using deck hardware and tools that will last as long as your deck... (read more)
National Deck Safety Month: May
Ahhh, May – the days are getting longer, when it’s not too hot or cool to go outside and spend some nice time reading a book, firing up the grill or having a party. For many of us, this time is generally spent out on our decks. Unfortunately, this also happens to be the time of year when the good times can quite suddenly come to a crashing end ... (read more)
Deck Maintenance - The Restain Process
One of the fastest ways to add value and appeal to your home is to build a Ithaca wood deck in the perfect place. Decks are functional, add livable space, and can be a huge attention grabber in many homes. However, every once in a while a large task arises: the re-staining treating of the deck surface: a necessary task that must be completed in order to ensure the long life of your addition ... (read more)
Outdoor Kitchen Benefits
There has always been a need, on hot summer days, for the cooler kitchen and for many years people would move their kitchens to the cool comfort of their basements. With modern technology available the outdoor kitchen, built on your Ithaca deck has become more desirable. There are many outdoor kitchen designs available with all of the indoor kitchen amenities. The patio is not the only place for your outdoor kitchen. Some are built in gazebos placed in picturesque gardens or facing interesting, scenic views ... (read more)
Getting Ready For Spring - Check Your Deck Now
Every Ithaca deck needs a good wash after a hard winter, whatever material it is constructed from or wherever it is located. There are many different deck cleaners on the market so you may need to do a few minutes label reading at the local home store before you find the one that is right for your deck ... (read more)
Lighting Your Backyard With Candle Lanterns
You can use candle lanterns outdoors in many ways. These have become mostly popular over the past few years and are now sold as decorative candle lanterns. They used to be a necessity for campers and put to great use when the power would go out. Now, they are a popular item to use as decorative décor, accents throughout the home, wall decor, and even for outdoor lighting. You can purchase these at almost any store that sells outdoor goods. They are a very it inexpensive item, and had a very genuine unique touch to your home, whether used indoors or outdoors ... (read more)
Prepare For Damage to Your Patio Set Finish
The severe winter weather we're getting this year means one more thing is about to be added to your list of spring chores. This one thing is likely going to be repairs to your patio set. You see, winter weather can have a number of negative effects on your patio furniture. In this article were going to take a look at some of the possible damage you may experience and what you may have to do to repair it. ... (read more)