Choosing the Perfect Look: I get many questions about finish solutions for a newly installed product. Just today I fielded an inquiry about how to seal up and enhance the looks of a fire escape I installed earlier this year. It was a bargain job, with Yellawood and a cedar railing system, but for … [ more ]
Environmental Issues: Often, lumber imports are blamed for many of the environmental issues facing our world today. However, over 94% of rain forest degradation is due to the agricultural practice of clear cutting giant swaths of land. Furthermore, this material is often burnt to make way for … [ more ]
Composite decking manufacturers make many claims about the longevity, environmental friendliness, and beauty of their decking products. If these claims are true, then why are there new composite products on the market every year? Considering composite vs. hardwood doesn't have to be difficult. … [ more ]
Humidity, Acclimation and Prevention I’ve thought long and hard about the best analogy for lumber acclimation to diverse environments, and the best advice I can give is the same advice that’s been given for years, and by people much more informed than myself on the subject: Proper acclimation … [ more ]
Deck Tiles: A Solution for Roofs, Patios and More Rooftops and other decks of limited elevation can present challenging design issues. A good work-around of many difficulties is provided by deck tiles and Hanover Elevator® pedestals. The Hanover Elevators® are the best such product on the … [ more ]
Acclimation: Your best insurance policy Too often in the contracting field, unnecessary and easily avoidable errors are made due to deadlines and impatience. Proper product acclimation might take a little time now, but it always worth it. When corners are occasionally cut, it almost always … [ more ]