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CertainTeed PVC Decking Reviews
Evernew LT Cellular PV decking is manufactured by the Certainteed Corp. in Valley Forge, PA. Evernew LT Deck is available in Dune/Cedar, Graystone/Driftwood, Jatoba, Saddle/Mocha and Spanish Cedar. CertainTeed Evernew decking can be installed with the deck pilot hidden fastener system. Evernew decking comes with a 25 year warranty.
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.
Veranda
Veranda composite decking is manufactured by Louisiana Pacific Corp. in Franklin, TN for Home Depot.
Aztec
Aztec Plastic Lumber is manufactured by Amazing Recycled Products in Denver, CO.
Cutting a Concrete Pad
Learn how to use a concrete saw to cut a hole in a patio slab to install a deck footing.
Digging Foundations
Learn how to hand dig or mechanically dig your deck footings with step-by-step instructions. Learn what to do if you hit a rock.
Retaining Walls
Avoid problems related to digging deck footings near retaining walls. Learn some tips from the pros for how to handle these difficult situations.
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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
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CertainTeed PVC Decking Reviews
Evernew LT Cellular PV decking is manufactured by the Certainteed Corp. in Valley Forge, PA. Evernew LT Deck is available in Dune/Cedar, Graystone/Driftwood, Jatoba, Saddle/Mocha and Spanish Cedar. CertainTeed Evernew decking can be installed with the deck pilot hidden fastener system. Evernew decking comes with a 25 year warranty.
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.
Differences Between PVC & Composite Decking
Both PVC and composite materials can be a great alternative to traditional wood decking. Learn the pros and cons of each material with our full comparison.
Brite
Brite Composite Decking is manufactured by Brite Manufacturing, Inc. based in Bolton, Ontario, Canada.
Cutting a Concrete Pad
Learn how to use a concrete saw to cut a hole in a patio slab to install a deck footing.
Deck Footing Depth
Find out how deep you need to dig your footings in your area. Look at our U.S. map of extreme frost penetration.
Protecting From Collapse
Learn how to use cardboard sonotubes and hole covers to protect your deck footing holes from caving in and flooding before pouring concrete.
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