Veranda Decking Reviews
Veranda composite decking is manufactured by Louisiana Pacific Corp. in Franklin, TN for Home Depot. Veranda decking is composed of wood fibers and recycled plastic and is available in 2 separate lines. The sanctuary extreme line can be purchased in Cedar and Driftwood Gray. The tropics line features Jatoba and Mahogany colors. Veranda decking material retails for about $2.50 per linear foot. You can install these deck boards with the Fiberon Hidden Fastener system. Veranda is sold with a 15 year warranty and has 3 ESR testing numbers. (ESR-1088 ESR-1573 CCRR-0108)
Capped Composite Decking
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Both PVC and composite materials can be a great alternative to traditional wood decking. Learn the pros and cons of each material with our full comparison.
Cutting a Concrete Pad
Learn how to use a concrete saw to cut a hole in a patio slab to install a deck footing.
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Sinking deck footings can lead to serious problems. Learn what can cause concrete footings to sink. Properly installed footings will resist sinking.
Soil Conditions
Learn how soil conditions can affect the size of your deck footings. Do you have gravel, sand or clay soil?
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Wondering if pressure treated wood is right for your project? Learn more about the different types of pressure treated lumber as well as how long they last at Decks.com.
How many footings do I need?
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Can I reuse existing footings
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Footing Size
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Explore Articles by Topic
Footings
Information related to installing frost footings for decks
Framing
Learn structural framing methods
Decking
Learn about wood and composite decking materials
Stairs
An in-depth look at the complex issue of how to build stairs
Railings
How to install guardrails and handrails to meet IRC code
Features
An overview on water drainage, benches, planters and lights
Design
The basics of deck design
Planning
Learn about permits and working with contractors
Porches & Patios
Build a covered deck to enjoy all seasons
Ledger
Proper attachment techniques
Care
Maintain your deck to maintain your investment
Materials
An overview on water drainage, benches, planters and lights