Red River College Ipe Wood Deck & Fastening
Why was fastening our Ipe wood deck a challenge? The steps we had to take to install plug were: Pre-drill the hole where we wanted the plug to go Put in the correct stainless steel Ipe wood screws Glue and press in the matching plug, and align grain on the plug with the board your […]
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
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 […]
Choosing a deck contractor for your deck building project
#1 CHECK REFERENCES Would you hire an employee without talking to the applicants last Employer? Why should a contractor be any different? After all this is your home and money on the line. #2 CHECK INSURANCE Does the contractor have liability insurance? Does the Contractor even have a registered company? If not you have just […]
Composite Versus PVC Decking…..What’s the difference?
Which is the Best Choice for Your Deck? Fortunately building a deck is not what it once was. Running around from lumber yard to lumber yard to find the best quality Cedar is now somewhat a thing of the past. With the maintenance free craze and the new generation of maintenance free decking you need […]
Curved Decks Wolf PVC Decking
Years ago any “decent carpenter” could put a radius in your deck, by simply cutting each deck board flush with the rim board. With exterior spaces quickly becoming a more pleasing part of our homes, we need our details matching the rest of our deck. So why stop at the curved deck board? I’ll tell […]
Framing Decks With Hot Tubs
Many People think it’s as simple as slapping down some 1/4″ down and installing 18″ x 18″ pads down and framing tight around hot tub. Here is some questions/tips on things to remember when choosing a deck professional. 1) What is the sub-floor for my wet space where hot tub will be installed? 2) Am […]
Duradek Outdoor Sheet Vinyl
Is Outdoor Sheet Vinyl all the same? When choosing an exterior waterproofing membrane it’s important to analyze your scenario. Be sure you have the right application for you sheet vinyl project. Does it have industries top rated UVA, UVB protections? Can it shrink and expand without failure? How are the seams put together? What can […]