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#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
Featured Project Ledge Mountain Pool Deck Project Ledge Mountain Pool Deck Location Austin, TX Builder Centex Decks Products Kebony Clear RAP Once these homeowners purchased this West Austin home, they knew they had to go to work renovating from the inside out. The house had been on the…more
#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
#TimberTips 3 Things You Didn’t Know About Ipe Can I tell you something new about the Brazilian Hardwood Ipe? It’s a dense topic this week on TimberTips! If you’ve built or are looking to build a hardwood deck, then you have most likely looked into Ipe. It’s…more
#TimberTips Peel & Stick Wood: Pros and Cons Peel and Stick wood planks are a relatively new idea that are becoming more popular. Most involve a thin wood veneer with high bond adhesive strips on the back. Stikwood was one of the pioneers of this type of…more
#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
#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
#TimberTips Does Ipe Have a Warranty? Ipe is a Brazilian Hardwood that is imported for Decking, Siding, and other millwork products. As a natural wood product, there are elements of Ipe and any wood species that you can’t control. There are no guarantees with Ipe. Still, we have…more
#TimberTips Can Composite Decking Be Used as Cladding? Have you ever wondered if you can use composite deck boards as siding for your next project? Ben Roberts discusses a new composite cladding system by Fiberon this week on TimberTips! Composite decking products have come a long way…more
#TimberTips Does Ipe Come in Different Grades? Did you know Ipe comes in different grades? We explore the different grades of Ipe on this episode of TimberTips. Ipe is known as the pinnacle of hardwood decking materials, but not all Ipe is created equal. Perhaps you have…more