Posts Tagged ‘composite deck installation’

Sign up for Fiberon Decking sponsored Katz-Roadshows. Sharpen the saw!

Sunday, February 5th, 2012

 

For contractors, builders, and distributors:  We’ll be sponsoring Katz Roadshows again this year.  These educational events are great learning opportunities for new techniques and new materials.   They are also… fun.  We’re happy to be a part of the learning!

Check out the schedule for an event near you and sign up! http://katzroadshow.com/upcoming_events.html

And visit the web site: Katz Road show. http://katzroadshow.com/

From Katz site:

The perfect storm is hitting our industry. We’re suffering from the first damaging waves. Jobsite apprenticeship programs have long disappeared, public schools rarely teach courses in the manual arts, and the permanent loss of valuable construction skills is at risk. Profit margins suffer more and more from errors in material ordering, incorrect installation practices, and callbacks. Poor building practices undermine the respect our profession demands.

Simultaneously, new technologies continue to create revolutionary products in the construction industry, often requiring specialized installation tools and techniques: new building materials create an even greater urgency for education. We can no longer rely on tradition for training. The shortage of serious hands-on educational programs erodes the reputation of our industry. The Katz Roadshow, a unique strategic partnership of leading manufacturers and installation specialists, provides hands-on training clinics for professionals at lumberyards across America. Take your craft and your profession seriously, attend an educational event.

Check out the press release announcement: http://www.woodworkingnetwork.com/news/woodworking-industry-trends-press-releases/Fiberon-Key-Sponsor-of-2012-Katz-Roadshow-138634339.html

In Deck Design, Form Equals Function

Tuesday, March 29th, 2011

FiberPRO Bayn Wood of Michigan’s Autumnwood Construction joins us again to discuss deck design and provide tips for homeowners beginning to plan their own outdoor living space.  Read below to learn how to design a deck that is truly your own with tips from our pro.

Usually form follows function for deck design.  When beginning to design your own deck, start with how you plan on using this space. Most decks have three primary uses – entertaining, grilling, and egress into the backyard – so think of each of these for your own deck.  Typically, the challenge rests in fitting each of these uses into the designated space and budget you have. Most importantly though, you should add personal qualities to your deck by adding your own touch of flair or style into the design.

When we first visit homeowners to estimate on designing and building a deck, I listen closely to the customer to learn how they plan to use the space and what expectations that have for their dream deck. In planning your own deck, here are a few areas to take into consideration:

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Decking Out The Kuppersmith Project

Wednesday, March 16th, 2011

 


Since October 2010, building remodeler Danny Lipford has been busy tackling an epic project – the renovation of an 84-year-old Tudor home.  Known as The Kuppersmith Project, this outdated home has been transformed into a modern low-maintenance family home by Lipford Construction.

Danny and his team have chosen Fiberon composite decking and fencing to outfit The Kuppersmith Project’s outdoors.  Watch below as Danny introduces his plans for the Project’s outdoor living room and backyard, and be sure to follow along for the rest of the month as we share more of the project as it wraps up!

Follow the progress of The Kuppersmith Project, currently airing on Today’s Homeowner with Danny Lipford. Check your local listings.

The Future of Composite Decking

Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011

This week, Fiberon Deck Specialist Otto Kinzel shares his insight on where the composite decking industry has been heading recently. When you’re done reading, we encourage you to share your own feedback on the future of composite decking.

Composite decking has changed dramatically over the last few years. The first generation composite board that was once a staple of the synthetic decking industry is losing prominence as a “must have” product for retailers. Homeowners expect high value from their investment in a composite deck and the industry has responded by introducing a new generation. This new generation of composite decking includes all of the benefits of the first generation (no sanding, checking, rotting or refinishing) with the added benefit of increased aesthetics and stain and fade resistance.

Recognizing this trend, retail lumberyards nationwide are stocking the new generation of decking. These new products with improved benefits offer retailers and contractors alike better products, fewer call backs and happier homeowners.

Both of Fiberon’s Horizon Decking and Outdoor Flooring products come with a 20 Year Stain & Fade Warranty. As a homeowner you can have the peace of mind to know your deck is protected against fading and staining. The cost is a bit more than that of first generation composite boards, but with the significantly improved long-term performance it’s an easy decision to make.

5 New Fiberon Products for 2011

Wednesday, January 12th, 2011


Today at the 2011 International Builders’ Show we rolled out our new Fiberon outdoor living products for the 2011 decking season.

For starters we’ve unveiled two new multi-chromatic colors, Castle Gray and Tudor Brown, in our popular Horizon composite decking line. These broaden our palette of best-selling multi-chromatics we introduced in 2009 – Ipe and Rosewood.

We’ve also added Spanish Cedar and Jatoba multi-chromatics to our PVC Outdoor Flooring line.  This product is WUI approved for fire hazard areas and both our Horizon and Outdoor Flooring products are backed by a lifetime performance warranty and a 20-year stain and fade warranty.

For easier professional installation we’ve also added improvements to our Ballistic Nail/Screw Driver. With a collated strip for hidden fasteners added to the collated strip of screws we’ve created an even faster Ballistic Nail/Screw Driver.

Are you at IBS 2011?  Visit us at booth #W959 or follow us at home on Facebook and Twitter.

Share your own anticipated products of 2011 with us below!

Fiberon Horizon Composite Decking in Castle Grey and Tudor Brown

Fiberon Horizon Composite Decking in Castle Gray (L) and Tudor Brown (R)

Fiberon PVC Outdoor Flooring in Spanish Cedar and Jatoba

Fiberon PVC Outdoor Flooring in Spanish Cedar (L) and Jatoba (R)

IBS 2011 Fiberon Hidden Fasteners demo

The guys from DIY Network's Cool Tools are getting a demonstration of the Fiberon Hidden Fastening Syste