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Should pressure-treated wood deck structures be flashed to prevent rot?
Pressure treated wood continues to be a popular material for deck building in the United States, primarily due to its perceived cost and availability. A recent study of professional users of decking products (made up mostly of repair and...
How to prevent deck rot and extend the life of joists and beams.
Many homeowners are aware of deck rot and attempt to avoid the costly water damage to their deck by using composite decking or other wood alternatives. Unfortunately, the importance of protecting the deck structure, most notably the...
Creating Imus Seal Butyl Joist Tape, the ultimate deck flashing tape.
It is becoming increasingly common for contractors and DIYers to use a peel-and-stick flashing membrane to protect the top of joists and beams along with the ledger, posts, and stair stringers when framing a deck. Flashing tape products...