EVOLVE Lumber Plastic Decking Reviews
EVOLOVE plastic decking is manufactured by RENEW Plastics in Luxemburg, WI. EVOLVE's deck boards are made from 90% Recycled High Density Polyethylene (HDPE). The material for this decking came from milk, water and juice containers. This product is available in Cedar, Dove Gray, Sandstone, Weatherwood and White and comes with a lifetime warranty. EVOLVE has color stabilizers to prevent fading. EVOLVE has an evaluation service report (ESR-2497).
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.
CorrectDeck
CorrectDeck composite decking is manufactured by Correct Bldg. Products in Biddleford, ME
Bark Side Up vs. Best Side Up
Unsure which way to lay your decking boards? Check out our guide to learn if your deck boards should lay bark side up or bark side down 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.
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.
Footing Size
Learn how large to make your deck footings. Use our table for maximum allowable loads to determine the proper size for your soil type.
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The basics of deck design
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Porches & Patios
Build a covered deck to enjoy all seasons
Ledger
Proper attachment techniques
Care
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Materials
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Fence Post Spacing: How Far Apart Should Fence Posts Be?
Spending a little more time and effort up front on determining the best fence post spacing for your deck project, could save you a bunch of time and money when it comes time to build it. Here’s how to do it…
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.
TimberTech
TimberTech Decking is manufactured by Timbertech Limited in Wilmington, OH.
How many footings do I need?
Learn how to determine the number of footings and support posts you need for your deck when designing your deck frame.
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.
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