I prefer the tape that comes with the butyl adhesive rather than asphalt-based adhesive. This tape helps to keep the treated lumber dry where the decking lays on top of the joists.

I prefer the tape that comes with the butyl adhesive rather than asphalt-based adhesive. This tape helps to keep the treated lumber dry where the decking lays on top of the joists.

I have faith in treated lumber and have taken steps using new products to minimize water infiltration into both the new deck and the existing treated lumber. You can buy tape that is applied to ...

Q. I’m starting to have some rot issues with my 10-year-old deck. Not only are some of the treated wood decking boards rotting, but I’m also noticing that the tops of some of the joists are ...

Q. I’ve got a 9-year-old treated lumber deck on my home that’s showing worrying signs of decay. I removed some of the deck boards and discovered that some of the 2-by-12s are rotting at the ...

I’ve experienced similar rot with treated lumber I’ve owned. Years ago, I built a treated wood play set for my kids. After 15 years, I got rid of it to build a garden shed for my wife.

Pressure-treated wood has been around for nearly 70 years, yet most of us still know very little about this popular outdoor building material. To start, pressure-treated wood is softwood lumber ...

If you decide to use pressure-treated lumber for a project, it is important to choose the boards carefully, observe all safety precautions and wear safety gear. First, choose a lumberyard that will… ...