How a CR home editor dealt with material shortages and higher prices as he searched for the best decking material April 2022 ... I knew we’d have some outdoor furniture and a fire pit on there, so ...

Wood has historically been the material of choice for many homeowners, mainly because of its relatively low cost. But composite materials have been dropping in price, narrowing the gap with a ...

This small deck is packed with cool touches: composite decking, cantilevered seating nooks, a cedar pergola, custom railing, cascading stairs—all illustrated with solid, easy-to-understand ...

From traditional wood iterations to modern composite options, these are some of the most popular types of outdoor decks, their prices and factors to consider when choosing the right one for your home.

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Trex is bad material to purchase, it is not durable. I installed a deck and walked on it as I worked on it. By the end of the job it had dust stains that never came off. Trex does NOT warranty ...

The appeal of a luxurious outdoor space has skyrocketed since the pandemic. Many had to spend a lot more time at home, ...

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Every year from the re-design of the SOC in 2005 through 2018, over 22% of single-family homes started featured decks. After ...

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TREX] the world’s largest manufacturer of wood-alternative decking and railing, and a leader in high-performance, ...