New Deck Drainage System = New Outdoor Room
February 18th, 2011Our decks. We love them. But have you ever looked under them? When it rains, the water has to go somewhere…and anything under your deck gets wet, too. Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to use the space under your deck and maybe not just for storage or wasted space? What about creating another… Continue Reading »
How To Choose A Composite
February 17th, 2011Composite decking has come a long way since its introduction in the mid 1990′s. It is important to remember that all composites are not created equal. Here’s what you need to think about before making that big decking purchase. Name brand or off brand? Be sure you check out how long the manufacturer has been… Continue Reading »
Five Point Critical Deck Inspections
February 16th, 2011Todd Funfar / DECKMASTERS Five Point Critical Inspections to prevent this from happening to you! “More than 40 Million decks have been built in the U.S. in the last 2 decades, and half of those are either unsafe or need to be renovated or replaced.” Deck World Fall 2010 Here are five simple critical inspections… Continue Reading »
The Outdoors Are In – Throw A Deck Party
February 15th, 2011The key to a perfect deck party is creating an outdoor living space based on your personal taste and needs. Planning: Formulate the date, time and menu. Make a list of everything you need to pick up including food, ice, paper goods and beverages. Invitations: A personal phone call is always an easy, casual invitation.… Continue Reading »
Re-Deck Your Wooden Deck
February 11th, 2011Has your original lumber used on your deck become a dried-up rotting eyesore? Are you continuing to surrender one weekend a year for upkeep? If you are tired of staining, painting, and sliver, resurfacing a deck is a job well within the skill level of almost every do-it-yourself-er. Resurfacing existing decks is a lot easier,… Continue Reading »
Composite vs. Cellular PVC Decking
January 28th, 2010You’ve made the decision to build a new low maintenance deck. Now you have to decide, “Do I go with composite or cellular PVC decking?” Here’s my advice–Go with the cellular PVC. Why? Cellular PVC will not scratch under normal wear and tear that comes from moving furniture and the grill, sand under foot, or… Continue Reading »
Do It Yourself – Deck Stairs
January 25th, 2010Deckmasters is proud to offer Azek Deck and Railing products. Stop by the Deckmasters showroom and take the AZEK Deck Double Dare and you will see first hand AZEK Deck beats all other decking options-wood or composite-hands down. Deckmasters proudly offers TimberTech decking, fencing and lighting. TimberTech products add beauty to homes, businesses and resorts.… Continue Reading »
Deckmasters wins Best of Show
April 13th, 2009Deckmasters was voted as the Best of Show Exhibit for the 2009 Red River Valley Home & Garden Show.
Fasteners (aka Screws), Plugs, & Concealed Deck Fasteners
April 10th, 2009Published in the Summer 2009 issue of Outdoor Design & Living Guide magazine. It seems like every other person calling or stopping into Deckmasters is asking about concealed decking fasteners. Forty years ago, it was the slot screw. Then came the Phillips. The square drive was next, but now it’s the Torx head-once you use… Continue Reading »