Will This Modified Wood Decking Option Be In a Future Project?
The alternative to traditional wood decking is now available to builders across six states
Will This Modified Wood Decking Option Be In a Future Project?
The alternative to traditional wood decking is now available to builders across six states
Deck Building 101 Group Opens Year-Around Contest with New Online Entry Platform
The competition, organized through the Deck Building 101 community of over 111,000 members, is free to enter and encourages builders to share photos of their completed projects and the construction details, materials and problem-solving techniques that make each build unique.
Haven Underdeck Expands Network, Strengthens Industry Ties
All-aluminum underdeck drainage system manufacturer expands dealer and installer networks, solidifies memberships with NARI and NADRA, and is planning for a significant showing at Deck Expo 2026 and IBS 2027.
YellaWood Names Cathy Dowdy 2026 Five-Star Hero
Annual recognition honors wife of respected lumber industry veteran, celebrating her legacy of service and compassion
Deck Specialist September/October 2026
September/October 2026 issue of Deck Specialist, a trade magazine for outdoor living professionals.
Deck Specialist July/August 2026
July/August 2026 issue of Deck Specialist, a trade magazine for outdoor living professionals.
Deck Specialist May/June 2026
May/June 2026 issue of Deck Specialist, a trade magazine for outdoor living professionals.
Deck Specialist March/April 2026
March/April 2026 issue of Deck Specialist, a trade magazine for outdoor living professionals.
Deck Specialist Podcast with Hollywood Decks’ Tony McKlem
From Hollywood, CA., to Amelia Island, FL., Tony McKlem shares his story of how he recreated his deck business on the East Coast, and the new deck bending tool he is developing to advance the industry ahead
Deck Specialist Podcast with Deck Designer Dave Settlemyer
He discusses his amazing journey into deck design, his techniques, tools and inspiration and how AI will one day take over his deck design business.
Deck Specialist Podcast with Dr. Decks’ Jason Russell
Dr. Decks’ discusses heat bending, company image, and his approach to building luxury outdoor living projects today.
Deck Specialist Podcast featuring Bobby Parks
Recorded earlier this year, Sara Graves, editor of Deck Specialist, sits down with Bobby Parks to discuss his industry experience, the people he met, and the moments—both memorable and funny—that have shaped his journey. This episode is brought to you by ProWood. Learn more at www.prowood.com/
TrueFrame™ Joist—Created to Add Jobsite Efficiencies
Consistency You Can Build On ProWood® created TrueFrame™ Joist for deck builders like you, professionals who are looking for more consistent lumber. The Hidden Cost of Crooked Lumber Fighting inadequate framing material causes frustration and delays on any jobsite. Cupping, cracking. twisting, and warping are all things you don'
Railing Trends Change. Performance Shouldn’t.
Your clients know the look they want. Here’s how to deliver it and back it up with the performance that keeps jobs profitable and clients coming back.
Typar’s F.A.S.T. Flashing & Sheathing Tape
Multipurpose TYPAR F.A.S.T. Flashing & Sheathing Tape can serve as joist tape for decking, seam sheathing boards, seal wall penetrations, finish the bottom of walls, and flash windows and doors
Deckorators Unveils 2027 Decking and Railing Lineup
Deckorators unveils its 2027 lineup with Align Aluminum Railing featuring DropLock technology, new Meridian decking with CoolDeck technology, and Elevate decking designed for moisture resistance. The products will be available in January 2027
FLEX ¼" Hex One-Touch Impact Driver with LED Lighting System
The new FLEX impact driver delivers up to 2,500 in.-lbs. of torque. A one-touch collet allows users to quickly insert or release bits with one hand, making it ideal for moving quickly between tasks.
Deckorators Expands With Wausau Supply to 42 States
Expanded partnership brings Deckorators decking, railing and outdoor living products to more dealers and contractors, strengthening nationwide distribution ahead of the 2027 building season
RDI Railing Now Available Through 13 Weyerhaeuser DCs
The full line-up of RDI Railing products is now available through Weyerhaeuser Distribution Centers in Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah, Texas, Tennessee, and Washington
Trex Rings NYSE Opening Bell in Celebration of 30th Anniversary
Outdoor living leader commemorates three decades of innovation and growth as it looks to define the future of the backyard
Wright Lumber Expands Decking Options for Minnesota Contractors
Expanded St. Michael inventory includes composite decking, pressure-treated wood, hardwood and railing options for deck projects.
Accoya and Accoya Color achieve Cradle to Cradle Certified Gold
The Cradle to Cradle Certified Product Standard (Full Scope) is the global standard to verify that products are designed for health, circularity, and fairness. It assesses materials and products across five sustainability performance categories
Deck Builders: These New Products Earned Home Depot’s Top Honors
Decking, outdoor living products and contractor tools stand out among The Home Depot’s 2026 Innovation Award winners and finalists.
Westwood Millworks Earns FSC Chain of Custody Certification
The certification enables Westwood to source, track, and supply FSC-certified material when a project requires it, ensuring each certified board is traceable through every stage of production.
PolyWood Launches Outdoor Living Pergola Collection
The Westgrove Pergola is in PolyWood’s Select Natural finish in both 8'x12' and 12'x12' structures.
74% of Homeowners Are Choosing to Stay in Their Homes
A national survey commissioned by Trex Co. shows American homeowners aren’t locked into their homes by mortgage rates and the economy, but are choosing to stay for lifestyle reasons
Martha Stewart on Working With the Right Builder
She draws from her recent experience working with Trex contractors who rebuilt her outdoor living space in Bedford, N.Y. She is now using Trex again at her coastal retreat in Seal Harbor, ME.
Trex Tees Up Golf Sponsorships
Trex is expanding its presence in sports and entertainment through sponsorships of the American Century Championship and Golf Channel’s Big Break x Good Good Presented by Golf Galaxy–two of golf’s most recognizable properties.