Kelly has over 10 years of experience writing about home design and improvement for many prominent publications. She also spent several years working at a tech startup for an interior design game ...

The layout of your deck sleepers will depend on the layout of your decking. If you want a standard decking design — all the deck boards running one direction — all you need are rows of parallel ...

Before you begin any construction project, understanding your local codes and permitting requirements is essential. Since these vary from town to town, you should ask your township for a detailed list ...

Stacy is a journalist and content creator with six years of experience writing about home improvement topics. Besides Forbes Home she has contributed her work and expertise to publications such as ...

Q: What’s the ideal spacing to leave between deck boards during installation? I always thought it was the thickness of a 3 ½-inch nail, but I’ve been told to install deck boards tight because they’ll ...

Pretty much any deck will look great when it’s brand new, but a deck built with subpar materials will start showing its age in a year or two. Fast-forward a decade, and a wooden deck that was ...

Why Franktown Homeowners Are Repairing Decks Instead of Replacing Them Castle Rock, United States – January 5, 2026 / Alta Outdoor Living / Alta Outdoor Living Expands Professional Deck Repair ...