black locust or some other expensive hardwood — the main decking choices are naturally weather-resistant softwoods like redwood and cedar, pressure-treated softwoods, and composites. Other ...

Having a deck makes it easier to gather outdoors. Discover deck ideas to upgrade your backyard space with furniture, layout, ...

Over the past few years, big changes have been underway in the decking world. Wood has historically been the material of choice for many homeowners, mainly because of its relatively low cost.

If your wood deck, fence, or furniture was built from pressure-treated lumber made after 2004, you can strap on your safety mask—or N95 mask—to avoid inhaling dust and do the sanding yourself.

UFP expands its Deckorators options and Azek makes strides in fire-resistant decking while Oldcastle and Envision focus on ...

Chicago Deck Expert reveals the top five deck remodeling trends for 2025, focusing on sustainability, multi-level designs, modern railings, built-in outdoor features, and weather-resistant materials.