When you’re figuring out decking the number one concern for most people is what kind of wood to use. But what you may need to focus on first is the spacing between the deck boards. Here’s why these small gaps have a big affect on your deck and…more
Proper Deck Board Spacing
Options for Keeping Warm on Your Deck When the Temperature Drops
October is the time when we start seeing cooler temps creep in to Central Texas. While it’s still nice enough to thoroughly enjoy the outdoors on your deck, at night you can make it cozier by warming things up.
Building a Deck on Different Types of Soil
It doesn’t take a geologist or engineer to realize that the soil you build on has a huge affect on a foundation – whether it’s for a deck or a home. Knowing what it is under the ground will help you better prepare, and avoid costly fixes, later…more
Deck Designs 101: Reading a Blueprint
If you’re building a new deck you’ll need to get plans approved in order to get a permit. Reading a blueprint can be confusing at first. You’re not reading words, you’re reading symbols and lines. It’s a graphic representation rather than a write up of what the work…more
Why Wood Grain Matters
When it comes to wood grain most people automatically think of how it affects a deck’s appearance. Of course this is an important factor in how the wood grain will play into your decking selection, however there are other things to consider when looking at wood grains.
How to Identify the Three Types of Wood Rot
Wood + Water = Decay (rot)
Ideas for Using Architectural Fir
Chances are you’ve seen a Douglas Fir around the holiday season. They are a popular choice for Christmas trees, but it isn’t just an ornamental. Fir also makes a great building material that has a multitude of uses.
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