You see them everywhere, from backyards to restaurant patios. You have likely even sat under one before and maybe even wondered one of the following. “What is this thing?” “What does it do?” “How much did this cost?”. This “thing” is a pergola and put simply a pergola is an outdoor structure with columns that supports some sort of roofing grid. This is the basic layout of a pergola and it’s the base from which the more creative versions originate from.
Discover the full range of Trex railing systems, including Enhance, Select, Transcend, and Signature. Compare styles, materials, and features to find the best fit for your deck project. From easy-to-install kits to custom designs, Trex railings skip the hassle of painting and offer long-term beauty with minimal maintenance.
Trex hidden fasteners secure grooved composite decking without visible screws, creating a smooth, seamless surface. This guide explains how they work, when to use them, and what makes them a popular choice for modern deck installations.
So, what is Trex Protect? It’s a tape that is used for the joist, beam, and rim joist to help prevent rot and wood decay. This is important to have because the spacing in between each deck board allows water to fall through the deck. However, the wood below the decking like the joists, beams, and rim joists are left exposed to the elements. Having this tape will eliminate splitting from freezing and thawing, additionally seals deck fasteners and prevents moisture. The tape being made from butyl helps deck screws hold longer and stronger than acrylic or asphalt-based tape.
Summer is here and it’s bringing the nice weather. This means more time being in the outdoors spending time with friends and family. It’s time to look into some quality outdoor furniture that will last year-round. Trex Outdoor Furniture offers three different types of outdoor future such as Adirondack Chairs, Rocking Chairs, and Deep Seating. Within these three types of furniture there are even more options of styling of chairs along with colors too.
Let’s start with what is a Pergola. A pergola is an open and grid design that offer in more sunlight than a gazebo. They’re great for creating a nice outdoor space and now are becoming more customizable. Generally, pergolas are made from cedar wood; opposed to Trex which makes there pergola’s out of aluminum or aluminum reinforced PVC. Using these materials makes them lighter and longer lasting. Not to mention Trex offers a variety of options to tailor the pergola to the homeowner.
With summer being around the corner, means more time spent outside enjoying the nice weather. Makes for perfect nights for a bon fire on the deck or even just sitting around a table enjoying company. Although sometimes when nightfall comes people will go inside the house where the lights are on. Adding Trex Outdoor Lighting is a great way to keep the party or the conversations on the deck going. This helps add to the value and use of the deck by creating a space in which you can take the party to or retreat too at night.
In a previous blog post titled “What is Trex RainEscape?” went over what the product is and how it works. Now the question is “Why Get Trex RainEscape?” well to put it simply it depends on what the homeowner feels is necessary. However, the benefits that come with Trex RainEscape make it a product that may change the why into when.
Discover how Trex RainEscape keeps the space beneath your deck dry, protects the framing from water damage, and transforms your outdoor area into usable living space.
