Though the last few years have been tough on the construction industry, we are beginning to see some rays of hope on the horizon. The National Association of Homebuilders has published the Improving Markets Index (IMI) for January, listing an improvement in house prices and related activities in 76 different markets. That’s a 56% jump from the December total of 41! Additionally, US census data has shown a consistent increase in construction spending over the last 5 months.
Not everyone feels optimistic about the days ahead. Who can blame them? Many are still troubled by the effects of the economic storm they’ve been through. For some, this economic upswing might be too little too late. So what about the people at DuraDek?
For 38 years now, DuraDek has been installed by professionals as a weatherproofing solution on backyard decks, patios, and roofs across North America. You could say we know a thing or two about weathering storms. Our quality vinyl membrane has made its name withstanding the climate on deck after deck. Where so many companies have struggled to survive in this economy though, DuraDek has thrived. How?
A good deck needs good people. Our international network of loyal distributors, and certified professional applicators have shown great pride in their work. Ingenuity has been another great factor in our success. DuraDek has expanded its lineup with new innovative products like:
- DuraRail
Our maintenance free, powder coated aluminum deck railing system.
- TileDek
The under-tile deck waterproofing PVC membrane.
- PlazaDek
Greatly simplifying the installation of duckboards and pavers.
With quality, ingenuity, and the right people, we are not only confident, but excited about our future. If this is the look of a company in an economic recession, just imagine the sunny days ahead!
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Install Deck Railing – By Durarail
One of the most common questions we get at Durarail is; “how do I install deck railing?”
So, it’s high time we created the step by step guide to install deck railings:
Install Deck Railing Step 1: Deck Design
Your deck will be a highlight of your home, and during the design phase of your home, be sure to give a lot of thought to your deck design. Many will opt to have an architect to do their deck design, but be sure to give clear instruction and set expectations. For example, describe what you intend to accomplish on your new deck and what sort of functionality you need from your deck railing, such as a glass insert to protect your barbecue from the wind.
Install Deck Railing Step 2: Take Stock
Once the deck and deck railing design is complete, now it’s time to take stock. Figure out exactly what materials you’ll need to install deck railing. Create a list of the following:
- How many center posts and corner posts will you need to install your railing systems?
- How many bottom rail, top rail and welded panels will you need to have to install deck railings?
- You will also need bottom rail and top rail wall mounts, end caps and corner caps to install deck railing.
Install Deck Railing Step 3: Find A Deck Railing Installer
So now your dream deck is designed and you have all the material list necessary to install deck railing. Now let’s look at finding a qualified installer for your deck railings. Another common question we get is: “how can I find a good local installer for my porch railings”? Well a common problem is that good contractors are so busy, that home owners are just so happy someone showed up to do their railing installation, that they don’t worry about doing proper reference checks on previous porch railing installation by the potential contractor.
Durarail deck railings are different! Durarail is only installed by Duradek certified and accredited deck railing installation professionals!
Find a local Durarail Installer Here.
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Vinyl Deck Railing By Durarail
By The Vinyl Deck Experts – Duradek.com
What is a vinyl deck railing?
Simply put – it is Durarail by Duradek.
Vinyl Decks by Duradek have been a decking solution of choice since 1974. Millions of square feet of Duradek vinyl decking have been installed around the world. The point is that Duradek is a popular and solid option to all decking needs. But what about vinyl deck railing? Vinyl decks have unique properties and require an equally unique railing solution. What you should consider when you’re deciding on a vinyl deck railing:
1. Aesthetic – With Durarail vinyl deck railing, there are dozens of colors and finishes to choose from. No matter what your home or projects’ aesthetic, there is a Durarail combination to match – perfectly!
2. Functionality – With Durarail vinyl deck railing, form meets function! So they look great, but these railings do more than just keep you and your family safe, they can actually add functionality to your deck. Decks are not just for summer anymore – Durarail glass inserts (for example) provide protection from the wind. making barbecue’s on those windy fall days possible again!
3. Maintenance – With Durarail vinyl deck railings, you’ll be doing a lot less of it! Powder-coated aluminum means Durarail is durable (see what we did there) and maintenance free. Spend more of your time enjoying your deck, not repairing it!
4. Installation – Durarail vinyl deck railing, is only installed by the professionals! All Durarail installers have been trained, certified and accredited by Duradek.com, so you can rest easy in the knowledge that your installer is the best of the best! Spend less time checking Installer-references, and more time enjoying your deck.
5. Flexibility – Durarail vinyl deck railing is flexible, no not literally flexing, but there are flexible solutions for any deck design. Durarail’s new Panorama Post means your railing installations up to a 30 degree angle. The bottom line – less materials, less installation time, and nicer looking final product for less!
If you’re ready to find a vinyl deck railing installer in your area, contact Durarail’s international network of installers today.
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Deck Restore
Quick Guide To Restoring A Deck With Duradek.com
The economy seems to be on the tip of everybody’s tongue right now! No surprise then that according to Google Insights, over the past 90 days searches for “Deck Restore” have increased 140% in the United States alone!
Why?
Because it costs less to restore a deck, than it does to build a new one. So, let’s give the people what they want; “The Deck Restore How Too Guide By Duradek”
Getting prepared for your deck restore.
Take Inventory: In other words, take a step back and ask yourself what you hope to accomplish by restoring a deck? Do you have “green” or “eco-friendly” motives to rescue the wood of your deck? Or do you intend to add functionality to your home by adding useable space below your deck, perhaps for an added storage? Or are your motives simply to save some money (who’s aren’t right!?).
Well, let’s discuss that for a minute.
Say for example you need a deck. You’re thinking you want to save money by restoring your existing deck. But wait, you also have that storage locker!
What if you could save the money you are paying on the storage locker simply by adding useable storage space to your home, while saving money by restoring your deck, AND, as an added bonus, you get to … restore your deck!
Oh brother do we have the solution for you.
Think about that, what does a storage locker cost every month? $80? $120? Up to two-hundred bucks a month if you’ve got as much junk to store as I do! That’s $2,400 a year! And how can we forget the time and cost of gas back and forth to a storage locker, I’m going to round off my annual storage costs to $2,500.
Suddenly your deck restoration budget just grew didn’t it?
Okay, but how long will it be before I have to restore my deck again? Well, Duradek Vinyl Decking comes with an industry leading warranty, meaning you’re good for at least 5 years, and up to 20 years on some Duradek products. That’s up-to $50,000 savings over the life of your deck!
Your deck restoration budget still growing?
Suddenly a deck installed by the professionals, trained, certified and accredited by Duradek.com is making a lot of sense isn’t it!
Contact our international network of local deck installers for a free quote now!
Glass Railing Innovation From Durarail
The Panorama Post
Durarail is very pleased to announce the launch of the newest Glass Railing Innovation in the market today – ThePanorama Post.
This post is designed for a topless glass railing which incorporates a nearly invisible, sleek look with versatility and functionality.
The round glass track of the Panorama Post enables the installer to adjust the angle the glass in a 30* degree inboth directions thus allowing the use of one post to achieve multiple angles. The Panorama posts are available inboth surface mounted and fascia mounted designs. The posts offer an inexpensive, sleek alternative to the more traditional topless glass posts, while offering the onsite flexibility and easier installation culminating in a savings intime and cost.
Features of Panorama Post:
- Extruded Glass Channels to eliminate welding
- Glass Channels with insert enables multiple angles with same post
- Vinyl insert for channel eliminates need for messy caulking
- Easy to order – only three post styles required for all systems
- Surface and Fascia Posts available
- 48” spacer material and pvc insert allow adjustable bottom gap while installing
- Less expensive than traditional topless glass posts
The Benefit of the Panorama Post:
‐ For the Home Owner – A nearly invisible railing, allowing unblocked views, with all the safety of a traditionalpicket railing system and cost effective.
‐ For the Installer – Easy to order and even easier to install. Eliminates the need for special order posts for smallangles and offers both fascia and surface mounted systems.
Durarail is a powder coated aluminum railing and fencing system manufactured by Duradek. Aluminum is known for its strength and non‐corrosive qualities making it the perfect building material for deckrailings.
Durarail is “Powder Coated Tough” using “Super Durable TGIC” powder, available in 8 standard and over180 custom colors.
The Durarail system provides a maintenance free, durable and attractive finish that meetsAAMA 2604 specifications and as an approved applicator for Newlar paint, Durarail also meets the AAMA2605 specifications.
Durarail is available in many styles, from pickets to view‐through glass, and is easilycustomized to satisfy any requirement.
Durarail railing systems have been tested to the rigorous building codes inboth the US and Canada.
Additional engineering is available to satisfy even the toughest of code jurisdictions.A Durarail railing or fencing system is a safe, strong, and attractive addition to any outdoor living space.
Read the full Glass Railing Press-Release
Roof To Deck – PVC Membranes For Flat Roofdecks
Urban projects are claiming their roof systems as pedestrian areas to increase their outdoor living space. Unfortunately, roofing products are rarely intended for this sort of traffic.
Protective carpeting or treated wood can be placed over an assembly, but these materials are still susceptible to damage from the elements. Similarly, applied coatings and fiberglass have been used with limited success due to the inherent deficiencies in the materials themselves.
For multi‐unit residential buildings (MURBs) and light commercial projects, walkable decks finished with heavy‐duty polyvinyl chloride (PVC) thermoplastic waterproofing membranes have been used successfully in Canada for several decades and are now growing in popularity in the United States.
Read the full white paper on Roof To Deck Solutions here.
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Commercial Deck Applications from Duradek
When I hear the word “deck”, I think of warm summer days, Barbecues, Pina Colada’s, friends and family. And you probably do too.
But there is another application we may be missing.
If a commercial deck application is on your mind, you may be well served to consider these vital points:
1. How many other decking materials have had millions of square feet installed?
- Not good enough? Okay…
2. How many other decking materials have been the product of choice for commercial applications for almost 4 decades?
- Still not convinced? Okay…
3. How many other decking materials have been tried and tested from the frozen tundra of the north, to the heat and humidity of the Gulf?
- “Good points but I’m still not convinced!” Okay…
4. How many other decking materials have an international distributer network hundreds strong?
- Getting better?
5. How many other decking materials have an industry leading warranty?
- “I’m listening”
6. The capper! Duradek for Commercial Deck Applications is only installed by Duradek.com approved and accredited Applicators.
- “So you mean the product I trust, is installed by people I can trust?” – Exactomundo my friend, Exactomundo!
Duradek’s international network of accredited applicators stand ready to help you with your commercial decking application now.
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