Diamond Certified Resource Decks & Patios Guide
In many cases, a deck that looks to be in poor condition can actually be refurbished, repaired and/or remodeled. Learn more.
Add value and use to your home with a new deck. These expert tips for new deck construction will help you design and build a beautiful deck for outdoor living.
If you’re getting a new deck attached to your home, make sure your deck contractor properly waterproofs the space between the deck and the home. Learn more.
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Posted By Matthew Solis
SEBASTOPOL — Many people love authentic wood decks, but not everyone wants to deal with the maintenance they require. That’s why, over the last two decades, we’ve seen a profusion of non-wood or “composite” decking materials hit the market, each of which has achieved varying degrees of quality and performance. From the beginning, composite decking manufacturers have faced two main challenges. The first is achieving the appearance of authentic wood; after all, homeowners may not want the maintenance that comes with real wood, but they do want the aesthetics. The second challenge is preventing excessive heat buildup in warm weather, a common problem due to the sheer density of composite materials. One of the most recent products to hit the market comes closer than ever to meeting these challenges: Zuri® Premium Decking by Royal®. Read more
OAKLAND — If you’re remodeling your home, one of the most important things you can do is check to see what’s behind your walls. Why? Because if there’s any hidden mold or mildew, it could jeopardize your entire project. In most cases, it’s impossible to know whether mold or mildew is present behind the walls in a home, but it’s better to find out for sure than to make a wrong assumption. This is especially important if you live in an older home, where the combination of time and inferior building methods and materials increases the opportunity for mold or mildew issues to take root. Consider a real-life example from a home addition project I recently did in Berkeley. Read more
LIVERMORE — No matter what kind of home improvement project you’re planning, chances are you’ll need to invest some time and money into preparation. Doing so will allow you to get the best possible result with your project. Here are two examples of why preparation is important: Tile flooring Before laying down floor tiles, the subfloor needs to be assessed and prepared. Due to tile’s rigidity, if the subfloor isn’t level, some tiles will sit higher than others, resulting in “lipping” that can cause both an eyesore and a safety hazard. Waterproofing measures are also needed to prevent water intrusion issues after installation. By taking the time to ensure a level, Read more
If you’re getting a new deck attached to your home, make sure your deck contractor properly waterproofs the space between the deck and the home. Learn more.
Hillside home decks create outdoor living space and value for homes on sloped properties. Learn more about building a hillside deck that’s safe and beautiful.
Most quality deck and patio contractors offer some time of warranty on the deck or patio and the materials that are used to build it.
Add value and use to your home with a new deck. These expert tips for new deck construction will help you design and build a beautiful deck for outdoor living.
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