"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Americans are focused on outdoor living like never before. In fact, according to a recent Houzz ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Traditional wood decking can be beautiful—picture the silvery-gray patina of aged cedar—but one thing is ...

Decking comes with trade-offs depending on which brand, material, and species you choose. As a rule, wood tends to resist flexing better than composites. Composites, on the other hand, generally ...

Stacy is a journalist and content creator with six years of experience writing about home improvement topics. Besides Forbes Home she has contributed her work and expertise to publications such as ...

Want a sure bet? For strong, stylish, and low-maintenance decks that will last for years, don't gamble on treated wood. Modern technology and engineering is combined in a material that won't warp, ...

Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

Deck maintenance involves annual cleaning, oiling, and other tasks to ensure that your deck is in top shape. Modern deck materials, such as composite, PVC, wood, and aluminum, are easier to maintain ...

Photos showing the DIY process on Searcher (now We'll Sea), from removing old teak to fitting and installing Treadmaster and cork decking, capture the hands-on work and careful craftsmanship involved.

On-Trend Colors, Refined Aesthetics and IR Technology Added to Trex Select® Line WINCHESTER, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Over the past several years, Trex Company (NYSE:TREX) has unveiled innovations that ...