When Mark and Krista McCaulley decided to do a complete remodel of the family’s three-season cottage on Seven Island Lake, it wasn’t just a renovation project. It was a way...Read More
CLEARWATER, FL — Converting office buildings into residential and hospitality spaces often creates significant plumbing challenges, particularly when the original infrastructure wasn’t designed to accommodate high fixture counts or modern...Read More
Having lived for a little over half a century, some of us have seen things change and products evolve. Jake Clark, the original president of Armstrong-Clark recalls “When I was...Read More
When planning a new deck, most homeowners focus on the fun decisions – size, color, layout and how they’ll use the space. But one of the most important design considerations...Read More
BY SEAN COMERFORD, MANAGER, INSIDE SALES AND TECH SUPPORT OATEY CO. Under-sink plumbing usually isn’t something you think about—until it gets in the way. Whether you’re installing a new vanity,...Read More
Ask any seasoned contractor where a deck is most likely to fail, and odds are they’ll point to the ledger board. If it’s not properly installed and protected from moisture, this critical connection point can quickly become the weak link in an otherwise solid structure. That’s where Trex® Seal™ Ledger Tape comes in—a moisture-blocking MVP engineered to safeguard the ledger board and support the long-term integrity of the entire deck. The common denominator in deck
Make precise cuts with the 20V MAX* XR® 6-1/2 in. Plunge Track Saw that delivers more power with advanced control vs. the leading competitor** (battery and charger sold separately). Engineered for professional woodworkers, carpenters, and contractors who demand quality tools, this saw is designed to rip solid hardwoods up to 2-1/8 in. thick and make accurate cuts within 1/32 of an inch†. The powerful brushless motor and variable speed help to maximize control and precision
By Nick Lowe, Senior Product Manager, Purdy® Brushes Choosing a paint color often gets most of the attention when planning a painting project. But the...
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Whether you experience snowy winters, humid summers, intense sunshine or coastal storms, the weather where you live can have a major impact on how your deck looks, performs and holds up over time.
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This new deck sits a few feet from the shoreline and will be exposed to all the elements year- round. These conditions demand the use of the right tools and materials to build a lasting and safe structure.
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Moisture that seeps into joists and fastener holes can lead to rot long before the decking shows signs of wear. One simple step that can make a big difference is investing in deck joist tape.
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The cellular structure of the wood is altered in this high‑heat, oxygen‑deprived environment which modifies the natural acids and sugars in the lumber to prevent them from being a food source for mold, rot or fungal decay.
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Western Architectural Openings, a premier national provider of large-format glass walls, architectural doors, and luxury window systems, recently announced it has been selected as the...
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We decorate our bedrooms for how they look, the color scheme, the cushions, the art, and almost never for how they help us sleep. But...
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Most remodeling mistakes don’t announce themselves early. They show up after the sledgehammer comes out, after the cabinet order is placed, after the siding is...
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WiseBond’s new Epoxy Garage Floor Kit is turning heads because it delivers a full 100% flake broadcast and a durable polyaspartic top coat at an average of just $2.75 per sq. ft. That’s a legit upgrade for anyone wanting a bold, high‑performance garage floor without complexity. The system includes the SkipGrind no‑grind primer, a high‑solids […]
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