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Rhino Decking Reviews
Rhino composite decking is manufactured by Master Mark Plastics in Paynesville, MN. This solid wood plastic composite is available in the original colors Barnwood Gray, Acorn Brown, and Chestnut. The new Earth Collection features Adobe, Earth, Slate and Sand variegated colors. Rhino deck retails for approximate Price: $3.22 per linear foot. Rhino decking can be installed with Rhino Vision Clips for a barefoot friendly floor surface. Rhino's low maintenance deck boards come with a 20 Year warranty and have a evaluation service report (ESR-1461). Rhino also produces 6' rail kits for easy installation.
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.
Thermally Modified Wood
Wood can be thermally modified or heat treated to improve dimensional stability and decay resistance without the use of chemicals.
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.
How to Buy Concrete: Hiring a Ready-Mix Truck
Hiring a truck to deliver ready-mixed concrete for your project may make better sense than mixing it yourself. Learn how to order concrete for your deck at Decks.com.
Foundation Washout
Steep hills and loose soil can be a recipe for disaster for deck footings. Consider some of our tips to help prevent your footings from washing away.
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Railings
How to install guardrails and handrails to meet IRC code
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An overview on water drainage, benches, planters and lights
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The basics of deck design
Planning
Learn about permits and working with contractors
Porches & Patios
Build a covered deck to enjoy all seasons
Ledger
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Rhino Decking Reviews
Rhino composite decking is manufactured by Master Mark Plastics in Paynesville, MN. This solid wood plastic composite is available in the original colors Barnwood Gray, Acorn Brown, and Chestnut. The new Earth Collection features Adobe, Earth, Slate and Sand variegated colors. Rhino deck retails for approximate Price: $3.22 per linear foot. Rhino decking can be installed with Rhino Vision Clips for a barefoot friendly floor surface. Rhino's low maintenance deck boards come with a 20 Year warranty and have a evaluation service report (ESR-1461). Rhino also produces 6' rail kits for easy installation.
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.
Composite vs Wood
Composite and wood decking differ in terms of maintenance, costs, labor, and lifetime value. Compare composite vs wood decking at Decks.com.
Plain Sawn vs. Quarter Sawn Wood
When using lumber, it is important to know the difference between plain sawn and quarter-sawn wood, Find the best type of wood for your project 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.
Working With Concrete
Learn tips from the pros on how to mix and pour concrete for deck footings.
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.
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