CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, October 8, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As the deck sealing and staining season in Chicago and its surrounding suburbs draws to a close ...

Q: How should I protect my wood deck in advance of Seattle’s wet-weather seasons? A: This is a great question, especially since we (hopefully) have a few warm, sunny and dry weekends left to tackle ...

Staining wood can spruce it up and protect it, especially if you’re using highly rated stain from brands like Behr, Olympic, and Valspar If you’re curious about which brand makes the best deck stain, ...

Q: Eight seasons ago, I had a cedar deck built on the back of the house. I went with cedar because I was told that its life expectancy was greater than pressure-treated pine. The deck was built in ...

A wood deck increases your home’s value and adds a living space, but only if it is aesthetically appealing. If left untreated, the wood weathers to an ugly gray, splinters emerge, and the overall ...

Consumers can save hundreds by replacing decking themselves as the material alone can be expensive. Consumer Reports looked at the pros and cons of wood, composite, plastic, and aluminum to help ...

Water can take a toll on a wood deck’s finish, whether it’s pounding rain or piles of snow. You can tell whether your deck stain is still protecting the wood if it repels water. If it doesn’t, it’s ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

Spring is finally here, and with the change of season, a desire for renewal and refreshing our homes comes with it. And, let’s not forget that the best week to sell is just around the corner for home ...