One of the best ways to give yourself a ton of maintenance in the Spring is to ignore your deck in the Winter.
Trex Elevations
#TimberTips Steel Deck Framing! On this weeks Episode of TimberTips we take a look at Trex Elevations, a steel deck framing system. These durable triple-coated steel beams, joists and tracks create the strongest, straightest and, yes, greenest structures down below. Be sure to subscribe to the TimberTown YouTube Channeland…more
Versatile Cedar Siding
Cedar siding, for decades, has been thought of exclusively in terms of exterior applications. A new era of design has challenged those long-held ideas. Wood siding has become an integral part of today’s interior design in every application from accent walls to large modern spaces. Cedar siding especially,…more
Cedar Grades
#TimberTips Cedar Grades: Whats the Difference? How can you figure out what grade of cedar you need for your project? Lumber grades are very technical and detailed, which means they can be confusing and complicated when deciding what grade you want for a project. Different species have…more
Can Softwoods Be As Durable As Hardwoods?
#TimberTips Can Softwoods be as durable as Hardwoods? Generally speaking, Softwoods and Hardwoods are classified based on the density of the wood species and the growth of the tree. Slower growth equals a denser species making it a hardwood. But, there are some products in the market that…more
3 Ipe Hardwood Alternatives
#TimberTips 3 Ipe Hardwood Alternatives What Brazilian Hardwood should you use if you don’t want Ipe? Ipe has long been the gold standard in Hardwood Decking and siding, which is why there are many other species that are peddled as “Ipe Alternatives”. We discussed Massaranduba, which we…more
Valley Hall Deck
Featured Project Valley Hall Deck Project Valley Hall Deck Location Atlanta, GA Products DassoXTR Alongside the Chattahoochee River in Atlanta, Georgia, within the piney woods of a quiet neighborhood, sits a beautiful home clad with eco-conscious features. One of those features is a roof covered in Tesla Solar…more
Marietta “Ipe House”
Featured Project Marietta “Ipe House” Project Ipe House Location Marietta, GA Builder Uppercut Homes Inc Architect Olah Design Group Products Ipe When the homeowners describe the property in which they recently purchased and built their home, the first response from most Marietta locals is “oh, you bought the…more
The Best Wood Siding Profiles
#TimberTips The Best Wood Siding Profiles How do you figure out the best siding profile for your project? We help you make the right connection on this episode of TimberTips! A profile can refer to many types of products on a job site, from trim and moldings…more
You’ll Go Hog Wild For This Railing!
#TimberTips You’ll Go Hog Wild For This Railing! Can you keep your view without the complex installation of cable or glass railing? Railing is often the most overlooked part of your deck. Many times we don’t realize how the railing system can affect the overall look of…more