An outdoor deck is a great way to enjoy nature and entertain family and friends, but what if you’re looking for something a little more? Do you want to add some “oomph” to your deck? The installation of a hot tub can greatly increase the use of your deck and make for a great place […]

Many homeowners don’t realize it, but the space beneath the decking serves as the perfect location for rats to take shelter. If they are living under the decking, there is a good chance they will find a way to get into your home as well. Rats are uninvited visitors, and it is important to take

Keeping your decking clean is an important step to maximizing its overall use and value. When your deck gets dirty or mouldy, it will become slippery. A slippery deck is particularly dangerous, as you could potentially fall and injure yourself. Although commonly mistaken, wood decks tend to only get slippery when there is a lack

Have you ever noticed water pooling on your deck? Or maybe you have noticed this on someone else’s deck and want to avoid it when you have your own built. Whatever the case may be, when water pools on a deck, it is generally due to the lack of a necessary slope. That’s right. Decks

Decking stains and decking oils are two types of products that are designed to help preserve your wooden deck. Both can be used to treat wood, but they do have some differences. These differences play a role in how they perform overall. In general, decking stain is useful for preserving decking while maintaining colour whereas

If you are looking for a way to improve your property, you may be considering having a deck or patio installed. Both decks and paved patios allow for the creation of a relaxing atmosphere outdoors where you can enjoy the fresh air and entertain your guests. But which one do you choose? Is decking cheaper

Composite decking is a popular option for decking and one that we use regularly here at Elevate Decking, but is composite decking slippery? Composite decking can become slippery if it isn’t maintained correctly, but if it is looked after it shouldn’t be slippery at all, even when wet. Below, we will explain what composite decking

A deck addition is a lucrative home improvement to invest in. Decks look great, offer a great place to entertain guests and serve as a place to relax at the end of a difficult day. They extend your usable living space and functionality of the house. Furthermore, when decks are properly taken care of from

Decks are a common part of the home that people like to go to in order to unwind and relax from the hustles and bustles of daily life. Despite it being used often and for a relaxing oasis, decks are not well maintained. When decks fail to get the attention they need, the aesthetic appeal