Advantages of Building a Deck in Winter: Why Winter is the Perfect Time to Start Your Deck Project

Posted by Brett McCutcheon on Jan 13, 2024 8:15:00 AM

Building a deck in winter allows you to extend your outdoor living space and enjoy the beauty of nature all year round. Imagine sipping hot cocoa on your deck while watching the snowfall or hosting a cozy winter gathering with friends and family. By starting your deck project in winter, you'll have a new space to relax and entertain in the upcoming warmer months. The BECK SCRAIL® InvisiDeck® System can help create a deck that is strong and beautiful!


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Topics: Deck Fasteners, Deck, invisideck, Tools, wood, scrail, power tools, nail screws, decking, pneumatic system, diamond coated fasteners, decking system, nail system, nails, InvisiDeck system




The Do’s and Don’ts of Rooftop Deck Construction

Posted by Brett McCutcheon on Jul 22, 2023 7:00:00 AM

Rooftop decks are becoming increasingly popular all over the United States, especially in areas where space is at a premium, like Washington D.C. or Boston. In fact, space is what makes rooftop decks so popular. Your clients want outdoor spaces, and when they don’t have room for a backyard deck, they start looking at alternatives—like the roof, if there happens to be a flat space that is large enough to turn into a functional outdoor living space.

Since this is a job that you’ll be hearing about more and more, we’re going to show you a few helpful dos and don’ts for rooftop deck construction. We’d also like to highlight the SCRAIL® InvisiDeck® System, which gives you the power to install a seamless deck without visible fasteners and in a fifth of the time compared to traditional screws.


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Topics: Scrail Fasteners, Deck, invisideck, Tools, scrail, power tools, spitless decking scrail, construction, fastener system, rooftop deck, InvisiDeck system




Upgrade Outdoor Spaces with Deck Skirting

Posted by Brett McCutcheon on May 6, 2023 7:30:00 AM

There’s a reason why deck skirting is in demand among homeowners. It’s a decorative, practical way to upgrade any deck—and in many instances, it can add an element of privacy and security to the structure as well.

In this blog, we’re going to expand on these benefits, show you some tips to get started with deck skirting for your clients, and we’re going to highlight BECK’s SCRAIL® INVISIDECK® system, which is the ideal tool and fastener system to get this job done.


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Topics: Pneumatic Nailers, Deck Fasteners, Scrail Fasteners, Deck, invisideck, Tools, scrail, power tools, fastening system, decking, deck repairs, construction, decking system




Understanding Deck Footings

Posted by Brett McCutcheon on Mar 18, 2023 7:30:00 AM

In any decking system that you’ll construct, one of the most important parts of the system is the footings. They serve as the foundation for the deck—and they will play a large role in how much weight the deck can support, and how long that deck will last before needing major repairs.

We’re going to dive deep into this topic so that you can learn more about different types of deck footings. Plus, we’re going to look at the SCRAIL® InvisiDeck® System manufactured by BECK, which is an innovative fastener system designed exclusively for creating beautifully finished decks. Let’s get started!


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Topics: Deck Fasteners, Deck, invisideck, Tools, scrail, decking, deck repairs, decking system, footings




What You Need to Know About Winter-Prepping Decks

Posted by Brett McCutcheon on Nov 12, 2022 8:30:00 AM

With winter just around the corner, it’s time for homeowners to clean up and “put away” their outdoor decks for the season. It’s also common for contractors to receive calls to help with this project—especially when structural damage is suspected. By conducting a thorough deck review, you can ensure that even the worst winters never gain a destructive edge on this very important part of a home.


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Topics: Deck Fasteners, Scrail Fasteners, invisideck




Outdoor Kitchens: Bring the Trend to Your Clients With These Ideas

Posted by Brett McCutcheon on Jun 18, 2022 8:30:00 AM

Outdoor kitchens, which used to be more common with larger homes for the wealthy, have now become more popular among middle-class homeowners with a yard and garden on their property. These innovative amenities for serious outdoor dining can vary enormously in size, appliance complexity and layout, but they don't need to be extremely pricey or complicated.

 With the right kinds of professional pneumatic tools and other equipment, you can deliver a finely finished outdoor kitchen for your clients in no time. Knowing about doing this is especially important as the chances of being asked about them increase. Here are some selling points and tips to keep in mind if a client requests an outdoor kitchen plan.


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Topics: Construction Fasteners, Scrail Fasteners, invisideck, Tools, pneumatic tools, Wooden Nails, collated fasteners, fastening system, outdoor kitchen, traditional tool




How to Build a Better Deck

Posted by Brett McCutcheon on Jun 9, 2022 8:30:00 AM

Decks are one of the most popular home improvements out there. If you’re a contractor, you probably get asked about deck building all the time—and so do your competitors! So how do you build a better deck (and a better portfolio) than the competitors? The right fastening system is one way to do it. You’ll definitely want to check out BECK’s INVISIDECK® Hidden SCRAIL® System. To help you get started, here some other things you can do to build the best decks possible.


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Topics: Deck Fasteners, Scrail Fasteners, Deck, invisideck




Designing Your Backyard Landscape with a Deck

Posted by Brett McCutcheon on Jun 19, 2021 8:00:00 AM

After a cold winter, who wouldn’t want to spend warm summer nights enjoying their backyard with a cold drink and good company? As we move into summer, you are bound to see an increase in orders for deck construction and repair. Whether a customer wants to create a space for entertaining friends and family or simply wants a quiet place in their yard to relax, a well-designed deck can easily elevate your customer’s backyard landscape.


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Topics: Deck Fasteners, Deck, invisideck




Think Spring! Expand Your Outdoor Living Space with Composite Decking

Posted by Brett McCutcheon on Mar 23, 2021 8:56:19 AM

As the weather starts to warm, and the light at the end of the coronavirus tunnel begins to grow brighter, we’re all eager to reconnect with our friends and families to do the things we love. For many of us, that means barbeques, pool parties, and late nights outdoors enjoying warm weather and good company.


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Topics: Deck Fasteners, Deck, invisideck




Staycations Aren’t Going Anywhere: New Decking Trends for 2021

Posted by Brett McCutcheon on Jan 9, 2021 8:37:00 AM

With tax season and refunds just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how you can leverage the decking trends of 2021. While decking has always been a part of the American way of life, the COVID-19 pandemic has made having a quality outdoor space an essential for emotional survival.


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Topics: Deck Fasteners, Deck, invisideck





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