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How to Choose the Best Pool Fence in Residential Spaces

When it comes to residential fencing around pools, contractors and homeowners know that the right choice has to pull double d...

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Does Aluminum Fencing Boost Property Value for Homeowners?

According to Zonda's 2025 Annual Cost vs. Value Report, one thing has stayed true for nearly 20 years: exterior improvements...

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Framing

How Weatherproofing Your Deck Has Changed: 3 Considerations Before You Build

Climate change-induced weather events are challenging traditional deck building methods. For instance, the National Weather S...

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Railing

Why Aluminum Railing is Built to Last in Harsh Climates

Even when properly maintained, wood railing products will eventually deteriorate after long-term exposure to the elements (mo...

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Fencing

How Long Will Aluminum Fencing Last? Durable Residential Fencing Options

When it comes to choosing the right residential fencing for your property, there’s more to consider than just perimeter safet...

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How Steel Fencing Supports a Sustainable Backyard

Today, "sustainability" is so much more than a buzzword among the next generation of homeowners. A 2024 third-party study fou...

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Framing

Metal Deck Posts: The Foundation of a Long-Lasting Deck

Homeowners are continuing to prioritize bigger and better year-round outdoor living spaces that maximize their usable square...

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Framing

How To Build a Fire-Safe Backyard

According to the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), 4.8 million U.S. homes have been identified as be...

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Railing

How to Maintain Metal Porch Railings

Picture a home in your neighborhood with lots of curb appeal; complete with a carefully maintained front yard, an inviting po...

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Railing

Aluminum Railing: Evaluating Weather Resistance, Durability & Investment

Extreme weather events, from heat waves to hurricane-level winds to heavy rains which cause flooding, are very common headlin...

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Railing

Metal Stair Railings: Combining Durability and Elegance on Multi-Level Decks

In a Better Homes and Gardens article on deck trends, design experts report that searches on Houzz for “multi-level deck” hav...

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Framing

Michael Scott, Owner of Simcoe Decks and a Champion of Steel Deck Framing

For over 20 years, Fortress® Alliance Member Michael Scott has been designing beautiful outdoor spaces for his clients in Ont...

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Framing

What Deck Frame Do You Use for Composite Boards?

Composite decks have earned their reputation as a decking solution that's easy to care for and built to last. But while compo...

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Fencing

What is the Difference Between Commercial and Residential Fencing?

Experts at Security Today recommend fences as an important part of a multilayered security plan. After all, when it comes to...

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Fencing

The Benefits of Aluminum Fencing for Your Property

For many, it's hard to ignore the appeal of a rustic wood fence. The time-honored choice can help homeowners create a look th...

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