Q. My wood deck sits in the sun all day with no shade. It’s now treated lumber and requires sealing every other year. I’ve tried lots of different sealers all with the same results. I’m tired of all ...

Question: My wood deck sits in the sun all day with no shade. It’s now treated lumber and requires sealing every other year. I’ve tried lots of different sealers all with the same results. I’m tired ...

Q: We put up a deck in summer 2013. We treated the wood with Behr Waterproofing Wood Protector about a year later, following the directions on the label. Last summer, the finish started to flake off, ...

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Deck collapses are more common than one might think. While some decks fail because they weren't built to code, the most common problem is lack of maintenance. Although a homeowner may refinish the ...

Don't opt for basic wood decks; there's a better choice if you want an eco-friendly, long-lasting material that requires ...

This deck in West Virginia gets punishing sunlight all day. Deck sealers are no match for the sun. (Tim Carter) Analysis by Tim Carter My wood deck sits in the sun all day with no shade. It’s now ...

Anyone who's ever finished a deck knows to clean it beforehand to strip it of loose wood, mildew, stains, and any flaking remnants of previous finishes. But once you're done and want to apply the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. These deck refinishing tips will help owners enjoy their space, but also sellers get a serious ROI. A nice outdoor deck will get ...

While wood decks are beautiful and great for boosting property value, they don't last forever. Here's how many years you'll ...

A nice outdoor deck will get buyers' attention—but an old, unmaintained deck could be a turnoff for many. Because decks are exposed to the elements, they can quickly go from pristine to unkempt, with ...