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Creative Design Ideas for Cable Railing

In an online survey conducted by Deck Specialist, thousands of professional deck builders were asked to name the type of rail...

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Framing

Is Steel Deck Framing Worth it?

The experts at the popular home and garden media outlet, The Spruce, named their top outdoor living trends for 2024. No surpr...

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Fencing

The Benefits of Aluminum Fencing for Your Property

For many, it’s hard to ignore the appeal of a rustic wood fence. The time-honored choice can help homeowners create a look th...

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Framing

Why Choose Steel Stair Framing for Outdoor Spaces

When it comes to building a lasting deck structure, what is beneath the surface boards is just as important—if not more impor...

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Pergolas

How to Enjoy Your Steel Pergola This Winter

The design experts at Architectural Digest describe pergolas as the vessel that makes it possible to create the perfect “livi...

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Lighting

Light Up Your Balcony: Creative Lighting Ideas for Balcony Railings

Think of outdoor lighting as your secret weapon. The right lighting scheme can take any outdoor space from mundane to magical...

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Framing

How to Build Bigger and Better Fire-Resistant Decks in Wildfire-Prone Regions

Turn on the evening news or scroll through your news feed… it’s (unfortunately) all too common to see another wildfire domina...

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Railing

Extending Usable Space: How to Safely Enclose a Rooftop Deck

The popular home renovation and inspiration hub, Houzz, recently published the findings of its emerging midyear home design t...

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Framing

Climate-Resilient Deck Framing: Building a Deck to Withstand the Elements

“The U.S. is Earth’s punching bag for nasty weather,” reports a contributor to PBS News Hour. “Blame geography for the U.S. g...

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Pergolas

Using Steel Pergolas in Four Seasons for Year-Round Enjoyment

Pergolas have never been a more popular outdoor living upgrade. But some homeowners (particularly those in climates with four...

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Railing

Sustainable Railing Choices: Eco-Friendly Materials for Your Home

Eco-friendly and sustainability are not just trending catchphrases—the appeal of “green” living is only growing. After all, p...

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Railing

Choosing the Right Material for Your Deck Railing

Deck railing, once an afterthought for some homeowners, have become a primary focus in outdoor living projects, reports Build...

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Framing

A Rooftop Deck That’s on Top of Building Code

A rooftop deck is a prized piece of real estate. This sentiment rings particularly true in urban environments, where living s...

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Framing

3 Ways to Use Steel Deck Framing to Create a Personalized Outdoor Space

From the pages of Deck Specialist magazine to your favorite social media accounts, there are plenty of places to source inspi...

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Framing

Building Safer Decks: 3 Reasons Pro Deck Builders Are Making the Switch to Steel

Strong, stable and resistant to the damaging effects of weathering, professional deck builders across the country are putting...

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