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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…
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
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…
During the winter months, it can be easy to neglect deck maintenance. However, the build-up of snow and ice can cause damage if you don’t prepare for winter. We’ve made a helpful list to get your deck ready to brave the cold and look better than ever when spring comes around…
When building a dock, there are many factors to take into consideration: cost, safety, durability, and longevity. In this article we’ll discuss some differences between pressure treated pine, hardwoods, and composites to help you find the best material for your dock…
Featured Project 1010 West 10th Project 1010 West 10th Location Austin, TX Builder JB Cumby Architect Alterstudio Products Garapa Ipe What does over 51,000 lineal feet of hardwood siding look like? It looks like the perfect finish to downtown Austin’s latest luxury urban living residence: 1010 W. 10.…more
If you live in a hotter climate, it’s important to make sure you choose a decking material that will “keep its cool” during the summer months. Needless to say, nothing is worse than stepping out on your deck in the middle of July, only to be met…more
You’ve finally designed your dream deck, picked the perfect wood, and rounded up a few hands to help. You should be all ready to go, right? Not so fast. Before you think about placing that first board, you need to gather all of your tools. Doing so will…more
Today, we’re seeing wood used more and more to create pieces of dynamic style and function in modern home design. Both indoors and outdoors, beautiful types of wood are utilized for accent walls, ceilings, barn doors, and more. Here we list seven of our favorite ways wood is…more
So your wood deck is turning gray. Like the the hair on your head, watching your deck turn gray can be a little scary. Graying comes with age, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to start over. Here’s what you need to know about a wood deck graying.…more