When it comes to selecting the right material for your new deck, few can match the attributes of IPE wood decking. IPE or Brazilian hardwood is one of the hardest of all trees, so strong that standard nails are often bent when being hammered into the material.

“On this Veterans Day, let us remember the service of our veterans, and let us renew our national promise to fulfill our sacred obligations to our veterans and their families who have sacrificed so much so that we can live free.” -Dan Lipinski

A major home renovation represents a major disruption in your life. You probably have heard horror stories about extensive renovations that are giving you second thoughts. However, for the vast majority of those who go forward with a major home renovation, it is a process that can be accomplished without being overwhelmed.

Enjoying the great outdoors once the weather warms up until it finally becomes too cold to sit outside is a great way to reduce stress. But if you want to add to your property a place to sit, cook, and enjoy the outdoors, you may have to decide between a porch vs patio.

Creating an outdoor kitchen provides you a great place to cookout with family and friends during the warm months of the year. However, there are many who believe that an outdoor kitchen is quite expensive and out of their budget. The truth is that you can build such a kitchen and stay within budget using less expensive alternatives.

For those who are looking to remodel their home, the bathroom is a great place to start. Bathrooms tend to undergo more stress in terms of heat and moisture. This makes them ideal candidates for remodeling. And such remodeling efforts can incorporate many family bathroom ideas.

Retaining walls serve both a practical and a aesthetic function. They help prevent flooding and can decrease the soil erosion in your backyard. And when constructed correctly using the right materials, they can also be quite beautiful. What follows is how to build a retaining wall for a gorgeous backyard design. It can be done […]

Of the many rooms in the home that will be subject to remodeling, the kitchen is probably the most popular followed by the bathroom. It’s not surprising given that the average age of homes across the US is 37 years old. That number rises to over 57 years for homes in the northeast. With homeowners looking to improve the appearance, function, and even the size of their kitchens, a full kitchen re...

Providing additional protection for your family starts by considering whether residential safe rooms or underground storm shelters are right for your home. Both provide protection from the elements and potential break-ins in case your family is threatened. But which one is right for your needs? The answer lies in what type of protection is best […]

While many are familiar with traditional wood decking, composite decking offers considerable benefits. There are several reasons why you should consider this form of decking for your home. What follows are just some of the top benefits of composite decking.