Brendan Casey: Deck Building 101 Facebook Group’s First Lifetime Achievement Awardee
The Maryland-based owner of Casey Fence & Deck has spent nearly four decades changing the decking and railing industry
Maximo Expands Into East Texas With Cassity Jones Building Supply
The partnership further expands Maximo Wood’s distribution network in Texas, making its thermally modified wood and hardwood products more readily available to building professionals throughout the East Texas market.
DuxxBak Expands into 13 Northeast, Mid-Atlantic States
Seven D Wholesale will now distribute DuxxBak’s composite decking line in Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont, plus parts of Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia.
Latest William Blair Composite Decking Survey Ends Next Week
Don’t forget to take the latest William Blair Composite Decking Survey. The window to complete the survey is Wednesday, October 7, at 5 pm EST.
DSI Partners With Parksite in Select Midwest Markets
Parksite will promote and distribute Westbury aluminum railing and aluminum columns in Illinois and Southern Wisconsin market areas.
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 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/
Andy Henley & Mike Mitchell Excited About Deck Expo
Deck Specialist columnists Andy Henley and Mike Mitchell look forward to the upcoming Deck Expo show in Las Vegas
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.
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.
Beam-Cutting Breakthrough
Milwaukee Tool’s new 10-1/4" Rear Handle Circular Saw provides the industry’s most capable cordless beam‑cutting solution
Trex Adds Lighting, Fasteners and an Aluminum Gate to its Portfolio
New offerings give homeowners and contractors more ways to create complete, coordinated outdoor spaces
Snap’n Lock Gate Kit Simplifies Wood Gate Construction
Each kit includes powder-coated galvanized steel corner brackets, all required fasteners, seven Snap’n Lock aluminum balusters with patented connectors, and a Rail Shield top rail protector.
Brendan Casey: Deck Building 101 Facebook Group’s First Lifetime Achievement Awardee
The Maryland-based owner of Casey Fence & Deck has spent nearly four decades changing the decking and railing industry
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.
The Architecture of the Deck - Part 3 - By Lawrence Winterburn
The third step in a deck project happens after a homeowner signs off on the project plans. Lawrence Winterburn shares what he has witnessed in his 40 years of building that have caused injuries, collapse, premature failure and warranty voids
Colorado’s All Pro Thornton Deck Builders Expands Offering
The broadened service list now covers deck repair and restoration, railing and stair upgrades, and the design and construction of covered structures such as pergolas and shade features.
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.
Maximo Wins Ceilings Category in Architizer’s A+ Awards
Maximo Wood has announced that its Maximo Thermo Pre-Finished wood system won the Ceilings Category in the worldwide Architizer A+ Awards–Popular Choice.
What the Experts Expect in Railing in the Next Three Years
We asked railing manufacturers what do they see ahead in railing in the next 1-3 years and how do they expect to stay ahead of the changing trends. Here’s what they said...
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.
Martha Stewart Partners with Trex in Bedford, N.Y.
The Bedford project will provide a real-world look at the deck planning journey, illustrating how Trex helps homeowners create refined, functional and enduring outdoor spaces.