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Does Deck Colour Affect Surface Heat?

Does Deck Colour Affect Surface Heat?

by | Aug 4, 2026 | Uncategorized

When you’re choosing deck boards, colour usually feels like a design decision. You want something that works with your siding, trim, railings, and landscaping. But colour can also affect how comfortable your deck feels on a hot summer afternoon. Here in the Lower...
Can Your Deck Safely Support a Hot Tub?

Can Your Deck Safely Support a Hot Tub?

by | Jul 31, 2026 | Blog

A hot tub can make your deck more enjoyable throughout the year, but it can’t be treated like ordinary patio furniture. Once it’s filled with water and occupied, a hot tub can weigh several thousand pounds. For example, the seven-seat Hot Spring Grandee lists a filled...
Planning a Deck Around Views, Neighbours, and Sun Exposure

Planning a Deck Around Views, Neighbours, and Sun Exposure

by | Jul 6, 2026 | Blog

A deck can be framed properly, finished neatly, and still feel off if the planning misses the yard. We’ve seen it happen. The table lands in the hottest part of the deck. The best view gets interrupted by the railing. The stairs cut through the seating area. A...
Deck Drainage: Why Water Management Matters in BC Backyards

Deck Drainage: Why Water Management Matters in BC Backyards

by | Jun 1, 2026 | Blog

If you own a deck in the Lower Mainland, water is part of the job. We get rain, damp mornings, shaded yards, wet leaves, moss, and long stretches where outdoor surfaces don’t fully dry out. A well-built deck can handle that, but only if the water has somewhere proper...