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Deck Materials Guide: Alternatives to Wood and Reuse Ideas
A hedged guide to deck material alternatives — composite, PVC, aluminum, and more — plus honest cost/lifespan trade-offs and leftover decking reuse ideas.
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Decking Porches And Backyard Structures
Guides on decking porches and backyard structures.
Porch vs. Deck: What's the Difference?
Porch vs. deck explained: how each is defined, their typical features, how a covered porch differs from a covered deck, and how both compare to a balcony.
Where to Place a Shed in Your Backyard
How to choose where to place a backyard shed: setbacks, distance from the house, access, foundation options, and how it may affect property taxes.
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