There is a myriad of reasons to build a fence around your yard – privacy, setting the boundaries of your property, keeping your kids and dogs safe, and keeping critters and nosy neighbors out. A home with a fence is classically American, but we’ve come a long way from the traditional white picket fence. Technology, […]

On The Fence As you sit on your back porch looking at your vegetable garden, you realize that once again, it has been ravaged by intruders. Rabbits? Chipmunks? A Chupacabra, perhaps? No matter, the damage is done. You then notice that your dog has decided to roam the neighborhood without permission. Yup, it’s time for […]

Deck railings: They’re beautiful, functional – and sometimes mandatory. If your deck is more than 30” off of the ground, you are required, by law, to add railings that are at least 42” high with gaps no larger than 3” apart in the interior structure, whether they be wooden slats, cables, glass or any other […]

In Southern California, we love the outdoors. With a near-perfect climate and 300-plus days of sun, there is ample opportunity to spend time outside of our homes. But we also love the comfort of home – camping in the woods or desert is great, but you probably don’t want to do it every day. A […]

You know that slab of concrete in your back yard? The one that just sits there, looking bare and almost begging to be torn up? One of these days, you swear, you’ll get around to renting that jackhammer and tearing the whole thing up. Is that what you’re thinking? If so, you’re looking at it […]

There’s just something satisfying about lumber. Humans have been using it for shelters, homes, furniture, weapons, tools, fuel and paper throughout the history of civilization. Even though we have developed countless new materials for these purposes, our relationship with wood remains solid (pun intended). Perhaps it’s because wood connects us to the beauty of nature, […]

There are various pre-construction considerations to make before moving forward with your new deck. But let’s focus on the most important (and fun) consideration for building your dream deck – the material. The wood or composite material you choose for your deck design will be its building blocks, its character and an extension of the […]

Summer is right around the corner. The sun hangs in the sky longer and you can almost smell the barbeque. Soon, you’ll be entertaining on your brand new deck. However, you have to build it first. If you build it, as a wise man once said, they will come. Constructing your new deck requires planning […]

Spring has arrived. The days are longer, the air a touch warmer. Most importantly – it’s time to plant that Summer garden. Whether you plan to grow fresh, organic vegetables to enjoy around the table or a bed of gorgeous flowers that add a sweet smell to the air, every garden starts from the ground […]

Summer is just around the corner and you’ve dreamed up a killer outdoor project. You can see it clear as day in your mind and you’re ready to get to work. You’ve laid out the plans and you’re ready to procure the materials. You know you’ll use wood for the project. But have you thought […]