Tag: Building Materials

Posted on 03/30/2025
Basics of building a deck: Most popular materials to use
Among the basics of building a deck is deciding what...
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Posted on 02/25/2024
Energy: 3 Thing to consider about your home's doors
When climate-controlled air escapes or gaps allow non-climate-controlled air inside, heating and cooling system are forced to work overtime. Although frugal people often calculate the cost benefits of replacement windows to reduce energy loss, entry and secondary doors also have a significant effect. A poorly insulated door with even small gaps around the casing can create ongoing drafts....
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Posted on 07/17/2022
Home exterior: 4 extraordinary house siding options
Say you’ve been in your home for a decent amount of time and have exhausted all internal home improvement projects. What next? You’ve cleaned and reworked your home’s exterior, repaired cedar shingles along the roof, patched the stucco siding, cleaned and polished your windows. Your home is immaculate, and ready for a showing if you’re in the market....
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Posted on 01/30/2022
Pressure-Treated Wood: What You Need to Know About This Popular Building Material
Many homeowners choose pressure-treated pine to build decks based on its price and longevity. While the material ranks as the undisputed go-to lumber for decks and patios, it may not be a perfect fit for every homeowner. That's largely because pressure-treated pine brings a few negatives to the table. About Pressure-Treated Lumber Originally, pressure-treated lumber used to contain...
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