Whether it’s pressure-treated, cedar, cypress, redwood or even a high-end exotic hardwood, the right care and maintenance will protect exterior wood and keep it in good shape for years. Staining and ...

Painting outdoor wood features, such as decks, fences, and planters, can be a real challenge. This is especially true if you are dealing with weathered or rough surfaces that need sanding and cleaning ...

Americans spend more than $500 million on unfinished exterior furniture every year. According to Kaile Warren, home improvement expert and founder of Rent-A-Husband, most choose the raw furniture to ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. They say prevention is always better than cure. While we’re ...

This year's change in the composition of pressure-treated lumber is raising concerns about more rapid corrosion in the metal brackets and fasteners used to connect the wood in foundations, decks and ...

Q: We use natural wood in many of the outdoor displays. Which species are most resistant to water damage? What kinds of finishes can be used that will best protect outdoor wood? A. When using wood ...

Big Easy Fence Company launched pressure-treated pine fencing services in August 2025, expanding its residential and ...

Abbeville, AL - Great Southern Wood Preserving, Incorporated, the nation’s leading producer of pressure treated pine lumber, announced today that one of its subsidiaries has acquired a wood treating ...

A new study warns that arsenic used to treat outdoor wood products doesn't dissipate with time and that children who play on decade-old equipment are as likely to be exposed to high levels of the ...

Timber garden decking has proven a timeless addition to any garden with thousands of Brits favouring this wooden feature over paving. Not only will decking add a stunning seating zone or plant pot ...