Composite Decking

Done with Wood Deck Maintenance? Check out Composite Decking for Your Next Project

A well-constructed deck immediately adds beauty, value, and appeal to your home. There is nothing like enjoying a summer evening with friends on your very own piece of paradise. What happens, though, when the wood in your deck begins fading, cracking, and rotting? Or how about when you’d prefer to enjoy laying back and sipping a lemonade, but instead have to spend hours cleaning, staining, and protecting your deck? Suddenly, this relaxing addition to your home becomes a big headache and a mountain of work. If you want to keep your deck as the relaxing centerpiece it deserves to be, though, composite decking may be just the answer.

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Choosing Between Porch and Deck Installation

There are so many things you can do to jazz up the appearance of your outdoor space. There are many things you can do to improve the functionality of your outdoor setting as well. If you’re thinking about making a significant home improvement, porches and decks may be on your mind. Porch and deck installation both introduce their own specific advantages. If you’re trying to decide between investing in a porch or a deck, knowledge is power.

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DIY Fence Installation: You May Spend a Small Fortune!

Have you seen ads promoting do-it-yourself fence installation recently? Armor Fence stands behind our high quality products. We offer qualified installation services for all the chain link, wood, vinyl, and ornamental steel and aluminum fencing products we sell.

Our commitment to furnishing excellent customer service requires us to make installation services available. While DIY fencing projects sometimes appear less expensive at first glance, in truth installing your own fence may involve considerably more costs than you initially anticipate. Just consider some cautionary issues:

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Wood and PVC Deck Benefits

Great Options in Decking Materials

It can be a lot of fun to invest in deck installation for your residential property. A deck can be a wonderful and worthy addition to any home. People can entertain guests on their decks in times of warm and pleasant weather. They can head to their decks whenever they want to take it easy and stare at the beauty of nature as well. If you want your deck installation project to be a success, however, you need to make sure you focus on the right kind of material. PVC (polyvinyl chloride) and wood decks alike are popular these days. It can sometimes be difficult to choose between these beloved materials. That’s why you first need to assess all the things that make both materials stand out. Doing so can help you with the complex decision-making process.

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Summer Deck and Outdoor Furnishing Trends

Beautiful, relaxing warm weather days and evenings beckon all of us to spend more time outside. If you’re like most homeowners, you probably have invested in a patio or deck to provide some outdoor space to entertain, rest and visit with family and friends. If you’re ready to decorate or redecorate your outdoor space this year, consider some of the hottest trends for 2017.

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Refurbishing a Wooden Deck With Composites That Can Save Your Outdoor Renovating Budget

Like the deck of a ship, your backyard deck is likely the scene of plenty of activity. Maybe your deck is next to a swimming pool. Maybe part of it is roofed over to provide protection from the sun and rain. Being a prime place where outdoor family fun and relaxation is enjoyed, your deck may need a lot of maintenance, especially if its surface is made of wood. Annual cleaning and application of stains and sealants are only part of the work. Natural wood decking has a tendency to warp, split and crack even if it is pressure treated. The floor surface of your deck needs to hold up to all the precipitation, foot traffic and sun damage. The frame infrastructure underneath likely looks brand new even when the deck surface is in poor shape. Here is how composite decking can refurbish your worn out deck and save you money.

 

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Things to Consider Before Constructing an Outdoor Living Space

An outdoor living space is a valuable addition to any home as it increases equity and significantly boosts visual appeal. However, there are many things to consider before beginning construction on the outdoor living space of your dreams. Aside from budget, size and design you’ll also want to take into account equally as important items like building permits, safety, functionality, and how much time you’ll be spending in your room, in order to obtain a broader vision of your project and minimize potential future frustrations. Whether you’re taking on the project yourself or hiring contractors, consider the following:
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