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   Decked out
While wood used to be the decking of choice in America, a growing number of consumers are exploring alternatives in deck planking. One of the growing alternatives on the market is composite decking, made of materials such as recycled plastics and wastewood.


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Many choices in deck materials
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Go from old to new in four steps
Learning tricks the pros use.
America's best decks
These truly distinctive structures won top honors in our annual Deck Contest.
Deck defense
A guide to the cleaners, finishes and techniques for making your deck look new again.
Stencilling adds interest
Using solid and semitransparent deck stains.
Deck restoration
Two distinct approaches.
Basic redwood
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Deck estimator
Use this estimator to get a close estimate.
Lumber calculator
Just enter the total board feet needed and the price per board foot for the total price.
Concrete calculator
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FOCUS ON DECKS AND SUNROOMS  

Solariums let the sun shine in
All through iffy weather, the Frankfurt family has been basking in the sunshine, keeping dry while watching the rain and enjoying the outdoors without getting wet, cold, blown around - or bitten by mosquitoes.


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   Plants make deck a welcome living space
If you're not making the most of your deck, you're missing a great opportunity. With a little planning and a few choice plants, a deck or patio can become the heart of your garden and an inviting extension of the house.


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Build your own
Elect for a wood deck - a cheaper alternative to a concrete pad or brick patio - and it can be ready for a bash on the Fourth of July.

  



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