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As 2016 comes to a close, NADRA would like to wish its members, partners and other industry professionals a safe and happy holiday season. As we reflect on the past year for the industry, we would like to provide the readers of the NADRA Industry Update a look at the most accessed articles from the year. Our regular publication will resume Jan. 4.
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Aledo Times Record
From April 4: Whether you've decided this is the year you'll add a deck to your home, or you're still pondering the project, as soon as you say the words: "I want to build a deck," you'll start hearing and reading a lot of advice. Some of it will be useful, like: Build the biggest deck you can afford and add features that fit your lifestyle. However, you'll likely hear conflicting opinions about what material to use.
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MarketWired via CNN Money
From Jan. 20: No matter the season or the region, outdoor living is hot. In fact, industry analysts predict that in 2016 the market will top $5.7 billion. To help homeowners make the most of their outdoor living spaces in the coming year, Trex Company, the leader in high-performance, low-maintenance outdoor living products, teamed up with design experts Paul Lafrance and Kate Campbell of HGTV's "Decked Out" series to compile its annual Outdoor Living Forecast.
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BPT via The Jewish Link of New Jersey
From June 22: Are you ready to put your deck on the best-dressed list this summer, but hesitant to dent your savings? With these simple design ideas, you can make your deck the perfect place for summer festivities.
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LBM Journal
From June 30: Bob Heidenreich writes: I’ve made my living building decks and selling decks, but at The Deck Store, in Apple Valley, Minnesota, I’ve done the opposite of what most lumberyards do. I started as a deck builder and then became a lumberyard. What I’m going to talk about today is how to go from being a lumberyard to a deck builder. If I were at a lumberyard that wanted to start a deck building division and really get involved with decks, I’d start first by educating myself on all the products.
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Southeast Underdeck Systems via NADRA Blog
From Sept. 7: Underdecks have come a long way from the days of screwing track systems and locking panels directly into the joists, causing debris buildup and restricting water flow. Many underdeck systems now hang below the joists, allowing for more accurate pitch to allow water flow through the system. The additional space taken by dropping below the joists also reduces the likelihood of debris accumulation and allows for more air flow to keep the system dry. Some systems even offer the option of ventilation to increase airflow.
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What makes Mantis Clips™ so different!
• Performance: Best hold down performance in the market!
• Durability: 30-year warranty against loose deck boards.
• Ease: The easiest clip to install.
• Versatility: Fits most grooved edge decking.
• Cost: Up to 20% less than the competition.
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Fine Homebuilding
From Feb. 24: It’s important to count the number of risers accurately. Some people equate the number of treads with the number of risers and omit the last riser from the top tread to the deck surface; it is indeed a riser and must be counted. The number of risers is generally one more than the number of stair treads.
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By Faye Williams
From Sept. 21: Railing is essentially the frame to your outdoor space, so it's important that you find the perfect color and design style to suit your backyard. Whether your home has a rustic appeal or you prefer the minimal lines of cable and wire railings, choosing the right one will create a beautiful design accent to your deck. Using these tips to choose a sturdy and easy-to-maintain railing that matches the style and function of your home is sure to help personalize your outdoor space.
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Better Home & Gardens
From Jan. 13: If you're tired of replacing expensive patio furniture year after year, consider these built-in outdoor seating solutions. These creative benches help define the borders of outdoor rooms and create comfortable seating.
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BuzzFeed
From March 2: You’ll never want to go back inside. Check out these 32 outrageously fun things to have in your backyard this summer.
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LBM Journal
From Jan. 13: Ask any LBM dealer what keeps him or her up at night and the topic of hiring and retaining quality employees likely ranks high on the list. As the staff at lumberyards around the country grows closer to retirement age, many dealers are looking to the next generation of professionals to step into roles held by baby boomers with decades of experience.
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