Dunn Solutions offers tutorials on building a solid deck foundation, freestanding and attached decks, installing lighting and fascia on your deck, home deck-building design and permits, decking surfaces, planning and finishing a deck, and more!
There’s a lot more to staining (or restaining) a wood deck than most people think. Here are some helpful deck-staining tips that might not make it onto the can.
Other than the quality of the wood itself, how the members of a deck are connected to each other and to the adjacent structure is the most important thing about the deck.
Today, Mike Dunn, president of Dunn Lumber, is talking with our friend Ben Middlemiss, president of London Design Build, and Jason Cameron, contractor and DIY TV host, about how people can integrate technology into their outdoor living space.
An outdoor living space is one of the best ways to take advantage of the warm, sunny months. Here are some ideas for creating your very own.
Review this deck safety checklist to ensure yours stays safe all year long.
Andy Kehl of Kebony unpacks the basics of their modified softwood—and discusses why it's such a great choice for decks and other structures in the Pacific Northwest.
Whether your deck is made from wood or manufactured materials, our seasonal maintenance guide will help you extend the life of your outdoor living space.
You want your deck resurfacing to last—so we've compiled a short list of tips to help you get the best results.
The Cortex Hidden Fastening System anchors edge boards on your deck without screw heads showing. Use it on perimeter boards, first and last boards, stair boards, and breaker boards to give your deck a complete, finished look.
The FastenMaster FiveSHOT Tool is a pneumatic nailer that saves hours of labor installing hidden fastener systems—leaving deck boards with a clean, cohesive appearance.
Bamboo is an environmentally friendly decking surface that is beautiful and extremely durable. Learn more about dassoXTR, with features that outperform traditional decking materials.
Consider these details before you decide to DIY your deck or hire a contractor.
