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
Is Joist Tape Necessary: What You Need to Know January 28, 2021 Dave Kile TipsIn any home improvement project, there are many details to consider. The punch list can quickly get long. Thus, it’s…Read More
How Do You Protect Deck Joists? December 16, 2020 Dave Kile TipsAlmost all decks in the United States (about 90%) have wooden framing. That means that the joists and beams that…Read More
What is Deck Ledger Flashing? November 18, 2020 Dave Kile TipsThe ledger board can be the Achilles heel of your home’s structure if it’s not correctly installed and protected. This…Read More
What is the Best Joist Tape? Joist Tape Comparison November 11, 2020 Dave Kile Tips beam tape, deck builders, decking, decks, flashing tape, joist tapeWhen you add a new deck to your home, you make a smart investment. Not only do you create a…Read More