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Carefree Decking System Reviews
Carefree Decking is manufactured by U.S. Plastic Lumber Ltd. in Chicago, IL. This 100% Recycled Plastic decking material is available in White, Sand, Weathered Wood, Light Gray and Cedar colors. It is covered by a 50 year warranty. Carefree Decking also manufactures a low maintenance railing system to compliment their flooring products.
Capped Composite Decking
What is capped composite decking? It's a great option if you like the look of wood but not the maintenance. Learn about capped composite at Decks.com.
How to Dry & Treat Wet Wood
Wet wood shrinks as it dries out and becomes less stable, which can cause it to check and warp. Learn how to dry out and treat wet wood at Decks.com.
Cutting a Concrete Pad
Learn how to use a concrete saw to cut a hole in a patio slab to install a deck footing.
Prevent Frost Heaving
Learn how frost heaving can damage your deck. The solution is to properly install your deck footings.
Prevent Deck Sinking
Sinking deck footings can lead to serious problems. Learn what can cause concrete footings to sink. Properly installed footings will resist sinking.
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Carefree Decking System Reviews
Carefree Decking is manufactured by U.S. Plastic Lumber Ltd. in Chicago, IL. This 100% Recycled Plastic decking material is available in White, Sand, Weathered Wood, Light Gray and Cedar colors. It is covered by a 50 year warranty. Carefree Decking also manufactures a low maintenance railing system to compliment their flooring products.
Capped Composite Decking
What is capped composite decking? It's a great option if you like the look of wood but not the maintenance. Learn about capped composite at Decks.com.
Bear Board
Bear Board is manufactured from recycled plastic by EPS Plastic Lumber in Cary, IL.
Cutting a Concrete Pad
Learn how to use a concrete saw to cut a hole in a patio slab to install a deck footing.
Bigfoot Footings
Learn about the advantages of using Bigfoot systems concrete footing forms. Research their testing and code compliance reports.
Installing footings on a sloped yard
Our inspector explains how to install concrete deck footings on uneven ground.
Explore Articles by Topic
Footings
Information related to installing frost footings for decks
Framing
Learn structural framing methods
Decking
Learn about wood and composite decking materials
Stairs
An in-depth look at the complex issue of how to build stairs
Railings
How to install guardrails and handrails to meet IRC code
Features
An overview on water drainage, benches, planters and lights
Design
The basics of deck design
Planning
Learn about permits and working with contractors
Porches & Patios
Build a covered deck to enjoy all seasons
Ledger
Proper attachment techniques
Care
Maintain your deck to maintain your investment
Materials
An overview on water drainage, benches, planters and lights