In areas like central Texas where there are many temperate times to enjoy the outdoors, decks can be a real selling point for a house. That is, if it’s in good condition and staged well. If not, it can be seen as more of an eye sore than…more
Fall Home and Garden Show Hits Austin
Homeowners across the city will be connecting with home professionals of all sorts at this year’s Fall Home and Garden Show. It’s a great opportunity for deck lovers to get ideas from construction to accessories, see some of the latest products to hit the market and take part…more
Protecting Your Deck and Dog From Each Other
When you build a beautiful deck you want it to be an outdoor space the whole family can enjoy – including four-legged family members. But sometimes our furry friends can spell trouble for our decks and vice versa.
How Vines Affect a Deck
Whether you already have vines creeping on your deck or you’re considering which plants you want to add to your outdoor space, it’s important to understand how vines can affect your deck. Though their thin, wispy stems seem fragile over time they can do serious damage.
Creating Storage Spaces on Your Deck
When it comes to storage you can never have enough space. Sure your closets, attic and garage probably seem like the best places to squirrel most of your stuff away, but if you’re building a deck you have additional opportunities for creating storage space.
Set the Mood with These Beautiful Outdoor Lighting Options
Photographers will tell you that lighting is everything. It can totally transform an area, including outdoor spaces like decks. When you want to set a certain mood or showcase your deck in a new way, consider these lighting options.
Protecting Your Deck From the Texas Heat
It’s no secret that summers in Texas are hot. As the heat builds and the sun beats down your deck could suffer from the exposure. At TimberTown Austin we’re experienced in building and maintaining decks in central Texas. We’ve seen what the summer heat can do to a…more
Do You Need A Permit To Build a Deck?
This is a question we get asked a lot. Some may think that it’s a gray area because it isn’t an interior space that’s part of the home itself. However, it is structural which is why the city of Austin typically requires a permit if you’re building a…more
Nails vs. Screws – Deciding Which to Use for Your Deck Project
Standing in the hardware aisle of your favorite home improvement store a seemingly simple decision can be a difficult one to answer. Screws or nails? It’s a question people have been asking for some time. Now, we’re here to provide you with insider tips that the pros use…more
All About Tigerwood
Tigerwood is one of the most visually interesting hardwoods on the U.S. market. Known in the scientific world by its technical name, Goncalo Alves, Tigerwood is prized as much for its durability as it is its beauty.