Before those long winter months set in, performing a few exterior tasks is a process that many of us are well aware of. And when it comes to wooden structures such as your deck and fence, it’s important to include them in that list as well. Though wood is a beautiful material, wood fences and […]
It has been a rainy summer in Ottawa this year. Your fence might have taken a toll. To undo the damage, we have prepared a step-by-step guide below. This guide follows a simple 5 steps: Check the damage Determine the size of the damage Clean the fence Replace or repair the fence Paint or stain […]
In the past we have listed some helpful tips and tricks: The Ultimate Backyard Fencing Guide How to plan for a fence installation – THE CORRECT WAY How to Prepare Your Yard for Fence Installation However we never went over what could go wrong! Today we shall change that fact! Below we list 6 common […]
There are many reasons to install fencing. You might want to keep the family dog — or the kids — safely in the back yard. Maybe you’re looking to prevent intruders from entering your property, to increase your outdoor privacy, or to block an unpleasant view of your neighbor’s rusty collection of muscle cars. […]
What comes to mind when you picture finally having the time to work on all the summer renovations you thought you would do this season? It might be building a deck in your backyard. Or perhaps it’s patching up and cleaning your roof. However, it is common knowledge to many homeowners that summer is the […]
HOW DO SLIVERS FORM AND HOW DO I GET RID OF THEM? Wood is a natural material and reacts to weather changes. Horizontal surfaces, such as decks and the top of handrails, are subject to significant traffic and will sliver more readily than vertical surfaces. Wood slivers form when the wood surface is subject to […]
As we previously mentioned, one of the downsides of wooden fences is that they need more upkeep than some of the other fences such as vinyl. A wood fence may be damaged in any number of ways: rotting, splitting or other mishaps. In order to keep your fences strong and healthy, there are various factors you […]
