Citing health risks, this week the EPA halted the production of some pressure-treated wood -- the most commonly used material in structures such as decks, play sets, and fences. On Friday, The Early ...

It’s also a tasty snack, at least for fungi and insects such as termites. On a molecular level, wood is about three-quarters polymerized sugars that are indigestible to humans and most other animals.

Pressure-treated wood has been around for nearly 70 years, yet most of us still know very little about this popular outdoor building material. To start, pressure-treated wood is softwood lumber, ...

Spring and summer induce many homeowners to become involved in outdoor building projects – decks, steps, and other wood-constructed structures. Most of these projects involve use of ...

The cost of pressure treated lumber, one of America's most popular building materials, will be going up because of concern over product safety. However, it's uncertain how much and how soon retail ...

The worldwide pandemic has threatened many of the businesses you rely on every day, but don’t let it take away your source for local news. Now more than ever, we need your help to ensure nothing but ...

Pressure-treated wood is the preferred choice for outdoor home projects, thanks to its resistance to rotting and insect ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Painting pressure-treated wood comes with some complications caused by the very ...

Q: Tim, my neighbor discovered that many of his outdoor deck floor joists are rotting. The rot is along the top where the decking attaches to them. It’s treated lumber rated for outdoor exposure. How ...

The worldwide pandemic has threatened many of the businesses you rely on every day, but don’t let it take away your source for local news. Now more than ever, we need your help to ensure nothing but ...