Let’s talk about post bases. A post base keeps the bottom of the post off the ground to allow it to release moisture, and holds it in place to ensure its stability against the wind. The Simpson Column Base is one of the top performers when it comes to stability, as it reaches well below […]
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When McLennan Community College came to us looking to build an arbor for their campus, we were elated to be a part of the project! Greg immediately set to work finding vendors and builders to help donate time and resources for the project, and Scott got to work creating a takeoff based on
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Horizontal Fencing. It’s all the rage these days, and why shouldn’t it be? Nothing really makes your backyard pop quite like a modern, clean look with several opportunities to snazz up your fence to make it truly yours. We love helping with the design process, and we’d like to share a few tips to help
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One of our biggest questions that we have gotten since we opened our doors in 1965 is: “Do you guys sell to the public?” And that answer, since 1965, has always been: “Of Course!” Our team loves to visit with customers, and we pride ourselves on giving them not only the materials, but the advice
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When you’re building and designing a pergola, it’s easy to get lost in the nomenclature of certain layers, which can cause costly mistakes. That’s why, whenever we work with a new customer, we like to address the names of each layer as a means of making sure we’re on the same page. The Posts (typically
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When you have a blanket or garment that is meant to last as long as you do, storage plans can be a little tricky. Keeping the moths, silverfish, and other elements away from your possessions is a constant battle, as those little boogers work hard to ruin your heirlooms. Luckily, not all is lost!
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When installing composite deck boards, the measurements and placement can become quite tedious. Making sure your spacing between each board can be tiresome and time consuming, and creates several opportunities for human error. Camo Fasteners has created a solution to these problems, saving you a load of heart (and back) ache with their camo drive
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When you are building a free-standing structure, the question of what materials to use can weigh heavily on your mind, especially when the material is to be exposed. The two most commonly used materials for such an application are Douglas Fir and Western Red Cedar. Both are typically viable options, but they both have qualities
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When it comes to enriching the color of your lumber for the longest amount of time, there is only one brand we trust: Sikkens Proluxe SRD Stain. It’s one coat stain and seal formula simplify the application process, and the oil-based stain absorbs into the cedar, prolonging the life of its color. However, with the
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Let’s talk about railing balusters. There are a few ways to go about installing your balusters between your top and bottom rail. The first is to use wooden dowels: You mark the top and bottom rail at the appropriate spacing, then drill your holes to the size of the dowel at each mark. Then you
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