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We had a great time at the International Builder’s Show last week in Vegas, baby! Like The Strip, everywhere we looked, something grabbed our attention. Here are the products we were still buzzing about as we boarded the plane to fly back from the big show... Read More

The newest addition to the indus­try-lead­ing LOK line, FastenMaster's heavy-duty VersaLOK screw pro­vides the strength of a ½‑inch lag bolt, the instal­la­tion ease and speed of a LOK, and versatility to tackle wide range of wood-to-wood appli­cations. Read More

See how the two most popular deck board options stack up in terms of cost, installation, and maintenance. Read More

When water gets into your wall system, conditions are ripe for mold, mildew, and rot. Get the rundown on popular types of self-adhering flashing that help water to run off rather than seep in. Read More

Learn how to install Trex Signature Railing for a variety of stair applications. Read More

Learn how to install Tando Beach House Shake Siding with these steps, suggestions, and tips. Read More

Learn how to apply Grace Ice & Water Shield with these instructions and pro tips. Read More

Learn how to apply ready-to-use Ghostshield Siloxa-Tek 8500 with these steps. Read More