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All Decked Out

Warmer weather is just around the corner , and so are backyard cookouts . The last thing to worry about is a beautiful backyard setup ruined by decrepit decking , not only an eyesore but a hazard to guests . Douglas Lumber offers the only strong , composite deck boards in the industry that can be installed in the ground , on the ground or underwater without any structural performance issues . The deck ’ s Solid Core is an impermeable barrier that fights damage from moisture , rot , insects , and other harmful elements . When purchasing decking from Douglas Lumber , expect a long-lasting , low maintenance material specially engineered to last for years to come .
Some of the most popular brands include Trex , TimberTech , Tamko , and Wolf . In addition , Douglas Lumber is Rhode Island ’ s premier stocking MoistureShield dealer . MoistureShield decking combats warping and rotting , has had no structural field failures in thirty-plus years , virtually no moisture absorption and resists damage from insects . MoistureShield offers CoolDeck Technology to reduce heat by up to 35 percent , DiamondDefense Coating to defy damage from scratches , stairs and fading , and TruTexture Surface to mimic an authentic true wood-grain finish . Not to mention it is long-lasting and low maintenance , like many other options from Douglas Lumber .
Choosing decking is a year-round decision not just for summer use or for withstanding storms as the season comes to a close . This is important to consider when building an outdoor space . As one of the largest independent lumber yards in the Northeast , Douglas Lumber has a plethora of options for your kitchen , flooring , decking and other lumber needs . ◆
DOUGLAS LUMBER , 125 Douglas Pike , Smithfield , 401-231-6800 , douglaslumber . com
The Solid Core Difference No warping or rotting | Zero structural fi eld failures in 30 + years | Virtually no moisture absorption | Resists damage from insects | Long lasting , low maintenance
125 Douglas Pike , Smithfi eld RI 02917 douglaslumber . com
401-231-6800
The exclusive stocking dealer of MoistureShield Decking in Rhode Island !
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