Dear Pablo: I am building a deck and am trying to decide between wood decking and a composite materials like Trex. Which one is more environmentally friendly?A deck can be a great addition to your property that allows you to enjoy outdoor living at its fullest. But there certainly are environmental factors to keep in mind when you design your project. I learned this recently when I built a deck at my own house. The decision between composite decking and wood was by far the hardest part of the...

Dear Pablo: I am building a deck and am trying to decide between wood decking and a composite materials like Trex. Which one is more environmentally friendly?A deck can be a great addition to your property that allows you to enjoy outdoor living at its fullest. But there certainly are environmental factors to keep in mind when you design your project. I learned this recently when I built a deck at my own house. The decision between composite decking and wood was by far the hardest part of the...

If you are looking to start a construction project in the near future, then you know how hard it can be to find a building material that meets your requirements. Due to recent innovations, there is a new material on the scene making heads turn. This material is WPC, and it may just change the future of construction forever. (If you’re not familiar with WPC then read on and find out how this newcomer can make a difference in your project.)

If you are looking to start a construction project in the near future, then you know how hard it can be to find a building material that meets your requirements. Due to recent innovations, there is a new material on the scene making heads turn. This material is WPC, and it may just change the future of construction forever. (If you’re not familiar with WPC then read on and find out how this newcomer can make a difference in your project.)

Nearly 40 million decks in North America are projected to be more than 20 years old — and likely showing their age, according to the North American Deck and Railing Association. If one of those decks is yours, you may want to think twice before choosing the material for your next deck.

Nearly 40 million decks in North America are projected to be more than 20 years old — and likely showing their age, according to the North American Deck and Railing Association. If one of those decks is yours, you may want to think twice before choosing the material for your next deck.

Composite wood is manufactured from a variety of materials. They usually contain the same woods that are used in lumber, but they are combined to make them stronger and more durable. It is also known as engineered wood.

Composite wood is manufactured from a variety of materials. They usually contain the same woods that are used in lumber, but they are combined to make them stronger and more durable. It is also known as engineered wood.