July 2015
Newsletter Archive
Wood. The mere mention of the word draws up images of sawdust, lumberjacks, and carpenters creating art from something as simple as a log. Throughout centuries it's been a prized material for fuel, construction, and art. With the advent of modern technology, however, wood use has declined in the American home.
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FEATURED ARTICLES
DECK OR PORCH?
If you're like most home owners, you're looking to invest in creating a small outdoor oasis for your friends and family this summer. With the multitude of options for your backyard, how do you know what's right for you? Two options that many homeowners consider are decks and porches. They both have great benefits, but have individual drawbacks depending on your house. Choosing the right option just got easier.
As our efforts to bring you quality decking products on a timely fashion continue to grow, our facilities must also grow in manufacturing capabilities. Our California facility has seen great growth and due to high demand, is acquiring a new CNC molder to increase production of all milled profiles. CNC molders are the machines that take a regular piece of decking and create beautiful profiles for your outdoor decks or siding.
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IS BUILDING A DECK WITH SHORT LENGTHS WORTH IT?
Short lengths or long lengths? This question has been debated as long as decks have been around, and with good reason. Both types of decking have their merits and faults, but while long length decking has enjoyed mainstream acceptance, short length decking has a lack of advocates.
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FROM THE STUDIO
5/4x4 Tongue & Groove Advantage Ipe Decking Benefits »
Advantage Rainscreen & Shiplap Siding - Wood Siding for Any Project »
Why Choose Advantage Decking® for Your Dock? »
What to Expect When You Buy Decking from AdvantageLumber.com »
INDUSTRY NEWS
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Phase-Change Oak Table Heats and Cools Rooms »
France Recreates Tall Wooden Warship That Launched USA »
California drought brings tighter building codes to cut turf use »
Study Cautions Parents About Arsenic From Wet Wood »
