A traditional fence will never truly go “out of style.” The classic white picket fence – once a staple for every home – might not be as popular as in days past, but still enjoys its place in Americana – think of the classic beach cottages of New England or a traditional home in the […]

Install Your Fence Like a Pro Installing a new fence doesn’t always require a professional contractor to get the job done. More complicated fencing – like hardwood fences and mixed material fences – should involve a professional, but if you plan to install a basic fence, it’s a relatively simple DIY procedure – if you […]

There’s nothing quite like gazing into nature. We are drawn to the outdoors, even when we’re indoors. That’s why we’re willing to pay a premium for a hotel room “with a view,” and even more so for a home with a view. If you are lucky enough to have a great view in your home, […]

Choose Your Cover Sometimes, you just need a little time in the shade – especially if you live in Southern California. Our daily sunshine can be relentless, especially in the summer months when the mercury starts to rise. If you have a patio – or plan on building one soon – you may want to […]

The summer sun is back! That means one thing, enjoying the long days outside in your happy place – the patio. Something, however, is missing from your home outside your home: a patio cover. There are a lot of benefits to covering your patio. Protecting your patio from harsh U/V light will increase its longevity […]

Anyone in the market for a new deck knows that finding the right material for the job can be difficult. Each option has pros and cons, and everyone has their preference. In the past, wood was the simple choice for decking projects, mostly because there were very few alternatives. That said, it wasn’t the only one. […]

Ready to Build That Deck? Here Are 7 Things You Should Know First. Looking forward to upcoming barbeques with family and friends on your new deck? There’s only one thing left to do – build the deck! Well, that and buy a new grill, but first things first. Building a new deck can be an […]

When it’s time to acquire wood for your DIY project, you have a few choices. You can head to your local big box store or visit your local lumber yard. Nothing against big box stores like Home Depot and Lowe’s – you can get a solid variety of wood at an affordable price. However, if […]

There are a lot of good reasons to build with wood. It’s plentiful. It’s pliable. It regenerates itself. It’s versatile. It’s easy to work with. It comes in a variety of types and styles. Perhaps most importantly, though, is wood’s strength. Wood is naturally resistant to the forces of nature – just the way nature […]

Whether you’re building a new deck, patio cover or even garden box, purchasing lumber will be one of your very first steps – and it’s important to get it right the first time. The following checklist will help you make sure you purchase the right wood for your outdoor building project, and get your project […]