Modern Mill Names Executive VP of National Sales
Matthew Tevelde will lead the company’s national sales organization and support the continued growth of Modern Mill’s ACRE product portfolio across residential and commercial markets.
TimberTech Named Palmer-Donavin’s Partner of 2025
The award recognizes the positive impact TimberTech has had on the industry.
Home Improvement Is Top Homeowner Goal This Year
The survey, conducted on behalf of TAMKO, found that 43% of homeowners completed renovations within the past year, while an additional 32% report plans to renovate in 2026.
Trex Honors Contractors With Stellar Service Awards
The highest honor bestowed by Trex to professional deck builders, the award recognizes outstanding contractor performance, customer service and brand partnership.
Catalyst Fence Solutions Unveils AR Tool at FenceTech
Catalyst will preview a new augmented reality visualization and instant estimating tool at American Fence Association’s FenceTech 2026.
Deck Specialist - January/February 2026
January/February 2026 issue of Deck Specialist, a trade magazine for outdoor living professionals.
Deck Specialist November/December 2025
November/December 2025 issue of Deck Specialist, a trade magazine for outdoor living professionals.
Deck Specialist September/October 2025 Issue
September/October 2025 issue of Deck Specialist, a trade magazine for outdoor living professionals.
Deck Specialist July/August 2025
July/August 2025 issue of Deck Specialist, a trade magazine for outdoor living professionals.
Andy Henley & Mike Mitchell Excited About Deck Expo
Deck Specialist columnists Andy Henley and Mike Mitchell look forward to the upcoming Deck Expo show in Las Vegas
Builder Dan Pettit on Craft, Design & Community
Minnesota deck builder Dan Pettit shares how storytelling, precision, and collaboration fuel his high-end outdoor living projects—and how he’s connecting with pros nationwide through passion and craftsmanship.
Deck Specialist Launches New Podcast
Vanilla Ice kicks off the Deck Specialist podcast with a look into his second career as a luxury builder.
DSI’S New Aluminum Post Wraps
Digger Specialties Inc. introduces Westbury aluminum post wraps, offering durable, low-maintenance upgrades for decks and porches with premium finishes and easy installation.
Trex Launches New Ignition-Resistant PVC Decking
Trex Refuge decking resists ignition and slows flame spread for installation in fire-prone and Wildland-Urban Interface-protected (WUI) areas.
Milwaukee Redesigned Hex Hydraulic Driver
It reportedly delivers 50% quieter operation with smoother driving and 3x less vibration compared to standard impact drivers.
Modern Mill Names Executive VP of National Sales
Matthew Tevelde will lead the company’s national sales organization and support the continued growth of Modern Mill’s ACRE product portfolio across residential and commercial markets.
TimberTech Unveils “The Future of Decking” Campaign
The new campaign uses bold animation and expert insight to spotlight advanced materials, performance, sustainability, leadership.
Simpson Strong-Tie Opens New Tennessee Plant
Simpson Strong-Tie marked the grand opening of its newest manufacturing plant in Gallatin, Tn.
PrimeSource Adds Gate, Fence Hardware Brand to Portfolio
PrimeSource Brands has acquired Advantage Industries, which specializes in innovative fence and gate hardware systems, including self-closing hinges, pool safety hardware, and a range of hardware accessories.
Nova USA Wood’s Ambara Cladding WUI Certified in CA
Nova USA Wood is pleased to announce that Ambara, its thermally modified cladding product, has received an official California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) Building Materials Listing (Listing No. 8140-2377-0003) for use in Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) applications. Ambara has been tested and certified to CSFM 12-7A-1 and is compliant with Chapter
Wahoo Building Products Quiets its Aluminum Decking
This upgrade reduces the noise often associated with walking on aluminum decking, offering a more comfortable and quiet outdoor experience for residential, marine, and multifamily spaces.
SiteOne Acquires Hardscape Distributor French Broad Stone
The acquisition expands SiteOne’s presence in North Carolina.
SPAX ProTrim Screw Wins 2025 Pro Tool Innovation Award
SPAX's PowerTrim Finishing Trim Screw is a winner in the 2025 Pro Tool Innovation Awards (PTIA) in the category of Fasteners–Screws, Wood.