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Wood decking. Again I think this is nicer. I think both work, but it is a preference thing.

I have plastic. LOL, yeah that is cheap I know. It works for the size deck I have, plus I am not out there much.

Not big enough. Maybe 10X10 I want a huge deck with the next house I get.

Thanks for that. This is definitely a good resource.

People who are getting ripped off probably didn't get more than one estimate. If you get several estimates you should get a pretty good idea of what you should be paying. I don't always suggest with going with the cheapest, but I do suggest getting several different people to come out and give...

Wood! I like all wood decks, I think they look nicer. Metallic are probabably pretty easy to maintain though

My deck does not have one and I have had no issues with it so far. Mine is a higher deck off the ground though so I don't know that it needs it.

Just a second story deck. You can go out it from the main floor of my house, but you can't access it from the back. The basement of my house goes out to the back with the deck overhead.

I have used a pressure washer before, but you do want to be careful. This can damage your deck even more. You do not want anything high powered. When in doubt, use the hose ;)

5 years does sound too soon, but I would say that it would depend on how well maintained you have kept the deck. If you have neglected it, then it is possible to start seeing this wear and tear. If not then it may be something else. I would consult a professional ( I am currently thinking of the...

If, for example, you have a shed built, and it is there a certain length of time there is nothing anyone can do. You have to check with the county in which you live to find out the time. I know where I live if something has been on the property 17 years without a comlaint, a claim cannot be...

Check out this site which has some really cool designs. I was impressed with the 'Rolling Ridge Deck Co. Inc' picture. It just so happens to be in CO where I intend on living some day! http://www.nadra.org/photo_gallery.html

When using this type of wood you just want to make sure that you are using high quality cutting and drilling tools. It is recommended to only use stainless steel for IPE. As far as the ease in attachment...not sure.

I found a good FAQ page on pressure treated wood. It states that pressure-treated wood poses no danger when handled. You can read through the following web page: http://www.beanteam.com/faq2.html

I found a pretty cool site: http://www.eplans.com/projects/decks.hwx They have actual plans and custom designs. Check it out!

Composite decking tends to be a low-maintenance deck that endures all year round. Cleaning is a breeze and there is no annual staining required. It is a pretty smooth surface, so splinters are rarely an issue. As far as brands that is something that hopefully a local store could explain. Most of...

What type of deck do you have? As a general rule, wood that is older and more weathered requires a more opaque stain to cover imperfections. I have heard that a solid stain might need re-application every year, while a clear or wood-toned treatment probably will last longer. Also, oil-based...

A poorly maintained deck quickly turns to a gray color. The discoloration is caused by dirt, moss, algae, and other plants (as mentioned by AJH), which soon begin to tear apart the surface of the wood. Before long, you have a dingy deck that's treacherous when wet and riddled with splinters. I...

-One thing that I would always do is ask for a list of references and then actually call the references for feedback. -Don't hire based on lowest price alone. I have found that quality sometimes comes at a price, but in the long run is worth it. -Find out what the contractor's quality...