Outdoor kitchens are growing in popularity, but proper planning is key to ensuring that cooking outside in Austin can be done throughout the year, including the hot summers. In this post we’ll provide suggestions on which products to choose, design options and what can limit the use of…more

There are 7.2 million dogs in Texas, which is more than in any other state. Austin locals are big contributors to that number with nearly 200,000 canine companions. If you’re working on your landscape it’s only natural that your pets’ safety would be a top concern.

Long before the boom of the suburban era, dads were outdoors, building and fixing all sorts of things. This Father’s Day why not get him something that will support his outdoor and woodworking obsessions?

You may have come across terms like hardness and tensile strength while researching your deck options. These refer to the durability, which is an important factor for any deck regardless of size and features. Better durability often means it’s a better investment that will deliver a higher return…more

It’s time once again for us to celebrate this wonderful world that we live on during Environment Day. At Timbertown Austin, we go to great lengths to support sustainable harvesting and offer our customers eco-friendly deck building options whenever possible.

With Memorial Day just passed, Fourth of July right around the corner and Labor Day not far behind the start of the summer season is the perfect time to take a closer look at how the most American cooking style came to be. We’re talking barbecue!

It’s Learn About Composting Day! Composting is becoming increasingly more popular in the Austin area as people learn how easy it is to keep organic material out of the landfills, and put it to good use in their own yards. In this post we’ll go over how wood…more

There’s one thing that can slow down any outdoor project and it’s completely avoidable. We’re talking about sunburns. May 27th is Sunscreen Protection Day, which serves as an important reminder that SPF is one of the most important tools to use when you’re building a deck, planting a…more

Timbertown Austin is proud to salute the American Heroes who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom this Memorial Day by highlighting different memorials around the country. These memorials are beautiful examples of how wood has been used throughout history to create lasting tributes to those we…more

Are you in desperate need for some additional shade this summer? Want to define a space in your otherwise wide-open yard? A pergola is a great project for a weekend warrior that has already tried their hand at other backyard structures like a deck or planters.