Windeck Ltd.

Windeck wins two awards at NADRA’s 2019 National Deck Building Competition

Deck fit for a king

The North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) recognizes and promotes excellence in the outdoor living and deck building industry. For the past ten years, they’ve celebrated and honoured outstanding successes within the industry – and this year’s event was no exception. Windeck had the privilege of becoming a finalist for two different decks we […]

Red River College Ipe Wood Deck & Fastening

Ipe wood deck project at Red River College in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

It’s the strongest and dense wood known to man. There is no room for oxygen or air to penetrate the board. Just take a look at side profile image demonstrating the density of the Ipe wood product.

Duradek Press Release – 150 Million Square Feet of Vinyl Decking

Windeck has proudly provided Manitoba homeowners with the deck waterproofing advantages of Duradek for over 20 years. From high rise balconies in the center of Winnipeg, to family decks in suburban manitoba, to sprawling lakeside patios of vacation homes in Ontario, Windeck makes sure Manitoba residents have the best deck building products available. That includes […]

Screw Piles VS Concrete Piles

screw piles vs concrete piles

Which Foundation Solution Should You Choose? The debate between screw piles vs concrete piles has been a question that has been debated year after year. Both options offer distinct advantages and are commonly used in various projects, from residential homes to large-scale industrial developments. But which one is the superior choice for your specific needs? […]

N.A.D.R.A. (NORTH AMERICAN DECK AND RAILING ASSOCIATION)

When considering a deck contractor, research N.A.D.R.A. to see if your choice could be a bad one. When N.A.D.R.A. supports your local deck business, you know you’re getting a Deck Contractor that’s responsible, capable and professional.  NADRA Mission Statement The mission of the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) is to provide a unified source for […]

Railing Strength

Picket Railing

The primary function of a guardrail is that of safety. Although aesthetics and costs are often considerations found on most consumers guardrail shopping lists, guardrail structural strength and safety should top their list. 

Glass Choices for Glass Railing

Wolf PVC Serenity Decking, with 12mm tempered glass railing in arbor

Tempered (Toughened) Glass Tempered glass is made by heating and cooling a piece of standard glass in a tempering furnace. The glass, which must be pre-cut and edged before being put into the tempering furnace, is heated to approximately 1200°F and then cooled rapidly. This process is also known as quenching. The quenching process leaves […]

Cable Railing Systems

Ditch the Pickets

There is a lot of talk about cable railings and “if they meet code”. Currently they do not and are pending acceptance by Manitoba building codes. However with today’s advance building architecture, people are stirring up interest in railing styles such as cable railing systems.