Composite decking has come a long way since it was first introduced in the early ’90s. Created using wood fiber, plastic, and a binding agent, composite decking is low maintenance and incredibly durable. Since it’s made mostly of recycled materials…
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All About Hardwood Decking
If you’re familiar with HGTV or Dwell magazine you’ve probably seen the word “Ipe” or “Brazilian Hardwood” pop up a few times. There’s no doubt that tropical hardwoods are becoming more and more popular for decks, decks, sidings, and other modern applications…
Outdoor Additions During a Pandemic
Outdoor Additions During a Pandemic From the Desk of Brent DeGroot: “You are going to go work for a deck supply company? That seems stupid.” -Former Boss “Well, to me, it seems like there are lots of opportunities in that market.” I was staying in the construction field,…more
6 Deck Patterns That Save You Money
We would all love to save money on a deck while having an outdoor space that is both beautiful and unique. There are plenty of deck patterns that can be used on your next project, but some deck patterns can actually save you money without a lot of…more
Deck Patterns That Can Save You Money
6 Deck Patterns That Can Save You Money We know the last few months have been crazy, and that everyone is tired of being stuck at home. With so much time spent indoors, one of the most obvious trends is homeowners improving their outdoor living space. So, we’re…more
West Lake Composite Deck
Westlake Composite Deck When these Westlake homeowners decided it was time to make the most of their backyard, they contacted Caleb Wheeler owner of Centex Decks. The group decided on a multi level deck off the rear of the home that would look out over the pool and…more
La Mejor Cubierta Para Muelles
La Mejor Cubierta Para Muelles Al construir un muelle, hay muchos factores a tener en cuenta: costo, seguridad, durabilidad y longevidad. En este articulo discutiremos algunas diferencias entre pinos tratados a presión, maderas duras y compuestos para ayudarle a encontrar el mejor material para su muelle. rPino tratado…more
This Is What Ipe Looks Like After 12 Years
On Alabama’s Northern shore of the Intracoastal Waterway lies Barber Marina. It is a full-service marina and boatyard on nine acres with 185 wet slips, 400 inside dry storage slips, 20 outside dry storage slips…
The Ipe Grading Process
Ipe is know as the pinnacle of hardwoods, but not all Ipe is created equal. Perhaps you have purchased Ipe and the material that showed up looked very different than what you’ve seen in photos. Like any hardwood, Ipe is a natural wood product that can vary in consistency in grain pattern, color and sapwood…
How To Finish A Hardwood Deck
Finishing (applying a protective coating or stain) a hardwood deck is different than a softwood deck, like cedar or treated pine. For instance, hardwoods like Ipe, Cumaru, Tigerwood, and Garapa are much more dense, making it difficult for finishes to penetrate the wood…