How to Install Motorized Retractable Screens

Posted in: retractable screen porch, Motorized Porch Screens, Motorized Outdoor Screening Systems, Automatic Porch Screens

James Moylan

Monday, January 30, 2017

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How are motorized retractable porch screens installed in Maryland and Virginia?

Versatility in an outdoor space is obviously desirable for multiple reasons. Most notably, outdoor spaces tend to be more limited in area, so being able to repurpose space or use space in the most efficient, creative ways becomes really important. Phantom Screens are one element incorporated into this project that helps accomplish this economization and maximization of all usable space.

How to Prepare for a Flagstone Patio in 2017

Posted in: patio design, patio questions, how to build a patio, patio tips

James Moylan

Monday, January 30, 2017

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What are the first steps of installing a flagstone patio?

Flagstone patios are a great way to incorporate the beauty and uniqueness of natural stone into your outdoor living space. Because the process involves real stone with natural variations in thickness and dimensions, each flagstone patio is a unique creation. Although the process for actually building a flagstone patio is essentially the same, the patio built for this particular project reflects that every job yields a personalized result.

2017 Guide to Building a Round Portico in the DMV

Posted in: porch topics, Portico

James Moylan

Monday, January 30, 2017

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How do You Build a Round Portico in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.?

One of the most dramatic and elegant touches that can be added to an entryway is a round portico, as seen on this Clifton, Virginia home. Before implementing the desirable design element, however, there are some considerations to note. From railing style limitations to column placement, the key to a successful portico is planning and forethought as well as some industry knowledge about what can and can’t work with a round portico system, or even within your local regulations.

5 Factors Behind the Success of Trex Company

Posted in: low-maintenance decking, Trex Decking, Trex, Outdoor Lighting

James Moylan

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

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What Makes Trex a Successful Company and Product?

When people think of composite decking, one of the first brands to come to mind is invariably Trex. How exactly did Trex establish itself within the low-maintenance deck board industry, though, and why has that company enjoyed so much success? The following are just some factors that have helped Trex become one of the premium providers of composite decking.

What Are the Components of a Cable Handrail System?

Posted in: Deck Tips, deck add-ons, porch add-ons, outdoor accessories, cable handrails, Porch and Deck Accessories

James Moylan

Wednesday, January 18, 2017

 

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Handrails are an integral part of any decking structure, but they can sometimes be somewhat overlooked. While people tend to focus on the actual decking boards, the handrail system should be given equal consideration since it equally affects the functionality and looks of your finished deck project. With that in mind, the following are the essential components of one common handrail system: the cable handrail.