Planning Your 2025 Spring Deck Project
By now you’re probably looking forward to warmer weather and time spent outside relaxing, making memories with loved ones, and entertaining friends and neighbors. It may even be time to upgrade your outdoor living space with a new deck—your dream deck. If a new or expanded deck is on your spring project list, now is […]
Start Your Spring Decking Project with Suburban Lumber
Spring is finally here, marking the start of our favorite time of year: decking season. Most homeowners are emerging after winter, eager to fire up the grill and indulge in some sunshine and fresh air. As you get reacquainted with your outdoor living space, it’s the perfect time to look things over and ensure your […]
8 Tips to Help Make Your Deck More Inviting
We’re all looking forward to spending more time outdoors this summer! To help make your outdoor space more inviting, we’ve put together some tips that can help create a deck that’s perfect for gathering friends and family, or just enjoying your own personal getaway. 1. Make It Comfy It’s not practical to drag your old […]
Keeping Your Deck Cool During a Hot Summer
For most, the benefits of composite decking vastly outweigh the downfalls. And although its durability, ease of maintenance, and other perks have contributed to its rise in popularity over the years, we often hear one complaint during the summer: “Why is my deck so HOT?” Composite decks often become hot when exposed to direct sunlight, […]
Decking Color Trends of 2019
When you look at a brand new deck, the first thing you notice is probably the most visible characteristic—its color. The color of your deck can set the tone for your outdoor space, so when you’re building, painting, or staining your deck, you’ll want to put a lot of thought into the color you choose. […]
Choosing A Composite Deck Color
When building a deck, there are a lot of things to consider. Many of these decisions are best made with the help of decking experts who can explain your options and the benefits of each selection. But choosing the color of your composite deck is a choice that homeowners can have fun with based on […]
The Best Decking for Your Climate: Composite Decking vs. Iowa Winters
Anything that is outdoors year-round in Iowa will face some extreme temperatures. From the heat and humidity of late July to the bitterly cold months of snow and ice, your deck needs to weather it all. In climates that aren’t as variable, most any pressure treated wood should hold up relatively well, but in Iowa, […]
The Ultimate Guide to Building Your Composite Deck, Pt. III: Installation Tips & Maintenance
Installation Do’s & Don’ts DO Take Safety Precautions Although it goes without saying, wear safety glasses throughout the build to keep dust and debris out of your eyes. A thick pair of work gloves will also give you another layer of defense. Hearing protection is often overlooked, but don’t skip out on it—even a cheap […]
TimberTech AZEK Decking & Railing: A surprise anniversary gift
Recently, when a customer came in for decking materials, he discussed his rather unique plan for a new deck. We asked if we could tell his story and share pictures of the deck. This is what happened: Wouldn’t it be nice to give your spouse something that they could use for decades? Chad seemed to […]
Enjoying Your Deck Is Easy with the TimberTech AZEK® Vintage Collection®
It’s finally starting to feel like deck season and homeowners are preparing their outdoor spaces for summer fun. If you’ve ever had to clean, stain, and seal a wood deck, you know how much work it can be. And if you don’t clean, stain, and seal it for a few years, the lifespan of your […]