Tag: Building Materials

Posted on 05/26/2024
Decking material choices: Basics of building a deck
Among the basics of building a deck is deciding what...
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Posted on 06/11/2023
3 Things to consider about your door and energy efficiency
When climate-controlled air escapes or gaps allow non-climate-controlled air inside, heating and cooling system are forced to work overtime. Although frugal people often calculate the cost benefits of replacement windows to reduce energy loss, entry and secondary doors also have a significant effect. A poorly insulated door with even small gaps around the casing can create ongoing drafts....
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Posted on 10/16/2022
The basics of building a deck: Knowing your wood options
If you’re interested in the basics of building a deck, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the decking materials available. There are multiple options including vinyl, composite and natural wood. However, if you’re going with natural wood for your deck, you also have different options to choose from. Here are the main types of wood used for deck...
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Posted on 09/18/2022
Home exterior: 4 extraordinary house siding options
Say you’ve been in your home for a decent amount of time and have exhausted all internal home improvement projects. What next? You’ve cleaned and reworked your home’s exterior, repaired cedar shingles along the roof, patched the stucco siding, cleaned and polished your windows. Your home is immaculate, and ready for a showing if you’re in the market....
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