Keeping a wood deck in good shape takes a lot of work. Even if you stain or seal it, the boards can still crack and splinter, making the deck look old and worn. Switching over to composite decking is ...

(HIT) - If your outdoor deck is looking tired, it may be high time to give it a "pick me up" in the form of a new deck coating. And there's no better time to refinish a deck than before summer ends.

Wood stain adds a layer of beauty and protection to decks, fences, and exterior doors. And staining wood is a perfectly doable DIY project. But just because you can take on the task yourself doesn’t ...

The outdoor party season is upon us, and that usually means you will want to entertain on your deck. So now is the time to maintain or refinish it so it is ready for the all the summer barbecues. If ...

Q. I have a treated-wood deck about 10 years old, and I am tired of messing with it every year or so to keep it looking good. Can I paint it to get a lasting finish? What other choices do I have? A.

Decks have been dealt a new deal. No longer just the wooden planks that serve as an alternative to patios, decks have become trendy fashion statements, featuring bold colors and patterns and synthetic ...

Simpson Strong-Tie has introduced DSV Wood deck screws with black coating for building and construction projects. DSV Wood deck screws are designed for the rigors of preservative-treated decking and ...

Deck restoration paints fill cracks and improve appearance. But some who have used them say the thick coatings are expensive, hard to apply and eventually will peel. BEHR Is it really that simple? We ...

The best deck sealer will protect the deck from damage while still allowing the natural beauty of the wood grain to show through. A clear deck sealer won’t reveal an uneven application, brushstrokes, ...

Q. I have two decks at my home, one on top of the other. We love to sit on the lower deck to look out at the lake; however, the treated lumber floor joists above us are covered with a black and green ...