What Should Be the Size of Your Deck? September 22, 2022 Dave Kile TipsIf you’re thinking about adding a deck to your home, you have quite a few decisions ahead of your build.…Read More
How Long Do Treated Deck Joists Last? August 22, 2022 Dave Kile TipsWhile the framing in your home is protected by layers of siding, brick, caulking, and paint, your timber deck framing…Read More
What Does Joist Tape Do? August 15, 2022 Dave Kile TipsTimber, even treated lumber, deteriorates surprisingly quickly when wet. Did you know that more than 90 per cent of a…Read More
How Do You Apply Joist Tape? July 25, 2022 Dave Kile TipsA deck’s beauty may exude from its boards, railings, and design, but its strength is in what lies beneath. To…Read More
How Do You Protect Deck Joists? July 25, 2022 Dave Kile TipsAlmost all decks in Australia have timber framing. That means that the joists and bearers that support your entire deck…Read More
How to Clean Your Deck the Right Way July 25, 2022 Dave Kile TipsCleaning time is here, and while many homeowners focus on scuffed baseboards, dust bunnies, and smudgy windows around the house,…Read More
Q&A with “Honey Badger” Nick Cummins: A Deck Build Down Under February 24, 2022 Dave Kile TipsAustralian celebrity Nick “Honey Badger” Cummins, of rugby and reality TV fame, recently completed renovations to his home on the…Read More
How to remove Butyl Tape Easily and Effectively January 25, 2022 Dave Kile TipsYou might need to remove old butyl adhesive from your old Toyota Forerunner that developed a leak, your RV that…Read More
Butyl Tape vs Silicone: Which is Better? January 20, 2022 Dave Kile TipsWhen working on at-home repair or construction jobs, you always want to make sure you have exactly the right materials…Read More
Is Butyl Tape Waterproof and Permanent? November 18, 2021 Dave Kile TipsWhen you’re building an outdoor deck that’s exposed to the elements, you want to be sure to do everything possible…Read More
What is the Difference Between Butyl Tape and Putty Tape? October 26, 2021 Dave Kile TipsWhen it comes to adhesives and sealants for home repairs, installations, and vehicle maintenance, butyl tape and putty tape are…Read More
What Is Butyl Tape? Here’s everything you need to know! October 14, 2021 Dave Kile TipsWhen you need an adhesive or sealant, you want the best one to get the job done. If you’re building…Read More