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
Buy the Best Quality Joist Tape on the Market January 7, 2022 Dave Kile Tips deck design, deck protection, deck trends, decking, decks, outdoor living, wood rotWhether you’re hiring a builder or you’re a do-it-yourselfer, you want to be sure you’re using the best materials to…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
Why Today’s Wood Needs Protection September 8, 2021 Dave Kile Tips deck design, deck trends, decking, decks, outdoor livingCraftspeople and builders love reclaimed wood, but not just for its distressed aesthetics. A look at wood from 1918 and…Read More
5 Steps on How to Repair Wood Rot August 3, 2021 Dave Kile TipsHow Do You Get Rid of Wood Rot? Nothing threatens your beautiful wooden deck more than moisture and rot. While…Read More
Deck Safety Checklist May 17, 2021 Dave Kile TipsDeck collapse may seem uncommon, yet about 500 people a year are injured in such events. Often, a combination of…Read More
Building a deck in the spring: Top things to know April 13, 2021 Dave Kile TipsAs spring arrives, the daffodils beacon and the robins call you outdoors. If you have ever contemplated deck building to…Read More
How Long Do Treated Deck Joists Last? March 19, 2021 Dave Kile TipsWhile the framing in your home is protected by layers of siding, brick, caulking, and paint, your wood deck framing…Read More
What Does Joist Tape Do? March 15, 2021 Dave Kile TipsWood, even treated lumber, deteriorates surprisingly quickly when wet. Did you know that more than 90 percent of a deck’s…Read More
How Do You Apply Joist Tape? February 16, 2021 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