Want a better backyard but feel overwhelmed at the idea of major construction? We get it — building a traditional deck can seem expensive, complicated, and downright intimidating. That’s exactly why ...

A recent Houzz survey reports that 1 in 5 homeowners who underwent home renovations in the last year made exterior upgrades to their property. Breaking it down further, 1 in 8 of those weekend ...

A purpose-built deck building solution, a 4' x 6" tile deck tray can be installed on top of Evolution steel deck joists. This creates a smooth and flat surface that makes the process of installing ...

There’s a lot to building a deck. And if you want to build your own deck or renovate one, you’ll find much of the advice centers on building codes and topics like laying out floor joists or how to lay ...

Q: I’m going to build a free-standing deck at my house during my vacation. After watching lots of online videos, I’m somewhat confused about how to connect the deck posts to the concrete piers. What ...

Q. I'm building a deck and have discovered that the wooden posts can't rest on the soil. I need deck piers. What are they, and how are they installed? A. There are very few situations in which you can ...

This course will examine how noncombustible steel deck framing makes it possible to meet stringent building and fire codes in Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zones. Because steel is a Class A ...

Dreaming of relaxing in the sun on your own backyard deck? No need for heavy-duty construction—yes, you can build a deck right over your lawn. Here’s how to make it stable, durable, and beautiful with ...

GARLAND, Texas, July 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Fortress Building Products a trailblazer in outdoor building solutions, backed by Thrive Five Holdings, today announced the sale of Fortress Railing to ...

GREENSBORO, NC – Piedmont Decks & Outdoor Living introduces advanced framing solutions to enhance the structural integrity and safety of residential decks in Greensboro. These innovations address ...