The lumber used to build most decks and other outdoor structures is treated with compounds that contain arsenic, and some precautions should be taken to prevent getting the toxin into your system. The ...

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 ...

The new tags will warn people to wear gloves, dust masks and goggles when cutting or sanding the wood. Consumers also will be warned not to burn treated wood. “Now consumers will understand that this ...

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — If you’re planning to build a deck, planter, fence or picnic table with pressure-treated lumber, you may want to reconsider. This popular lumber — known as CCA-treated wood — will ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Look out the window at the nearest wooden fence, deck, picnic table or playground set. Chances are, it’s made from pressure-treated wood, the distinctive, pale green lumber that’s ...

If you have plans to fence off your property to protect your pets and kids, you might be looking for the right backyard fencing material. If you're worried about rot and wear making wood look aged and ...

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 ...

In just a few weeks a builder will show up to completely rebuild my deck. The house is only 20 years old and the treated lumber used to build it is rotting away. The centers of the deck railing posts ...

A look at the appeal of a deal in which Home Depot or Lowe's buys Lumber Liquidators. In all fairness, Lumber Liquidators is only a fraction of the size of Lowe's and Home Depot, which have market ...

Home improvement retailers like Home Depot (HD 2.15%), Lowe´s (LOW 2.29%) and Lumber Liquidators (LL +0.00%) are reaping the benefits from the estate recovery and reporting rock-solid financial ...