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Making the Most of a Composite Deck in the Winter Months

On November 16, 2019, Posted by , In Floor,Home Improvement, By ,,,,,,,, , With Comments Off on Making the Most of a Composite Deck in the Winter Months
Making the Most of a Composite Deck in the Winter Months

During the holiday season in winter, you probably get visits from family and friends. Your deck is the ideal outdoor area for entertaining guests. But, many homeowners assume their decks are only fitting for spring and summer. That’s not the case. If you’re not using your deck in the winter months, then you aren’t getting the most out of your valuable investment.

The following are some of the ways you can get the most value from Deckorum Composite Decking all year round.

1.    Get a Patio Cover

Without a doubt, ice, snow and sleet can make a deck uncomfortable or … Read the rest

The Process Of Repairing Stucco

On April 18, 2019, Posted by , In Home Improvement, By ,,,,,, , With Comments Off on The Process Of Repairing Stucco

Stucco is a siding finish used for lots of commercial and residential structures. Originally it was made from lime, sand, and water. Portland cement is one of the key elements of concrete and can be seen in structures like high-rise buildings and freeways.

Typically two to three thin layers are applied. A trowel is used for the first layer (scratch coating ) to create the scratches necessary for the second layer (brown coat). Also, stucco can may applied to brick, stone, concrete, and adobe, as well as a wood frame or other sorts of material.

Another benefit to using stuccoRead the rest