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…
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
SLX Chamblee
The SLX Chamblee is a mixed use luxury development in Atlanta Georgia. The project has 311 apartment units as well as more than 23,000 square feet of retail, restaurant, and office space. We were pleased to work with Brightview Landscape and provide the Tigerwood…
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…
How Do I Winterize My Hardwood Deck
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…
The Best Decking For Docks
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…
Wood Decking Options That Stay Cool In The Summer Heat
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
7 Must-Have Tools to Build A Deck
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
255 Ottley Rooftop Decks
Featured Project 255 Ottley Rooftop Decks Project 255 Ottley Rooftop Decks Location Atlanta, GA Developer Third & Urban Builder Gay Construction Architect Smith Dalia Architects Products Tigerwood Cedar The Armour Yards district near downtown Atlanta is over going an amazing revitalization. Home to the Famous Sweetwater Brewing Company…more
7 Ways Wood is Used in Modern Home Design
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