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                Building decks, patios and porches...yourself! 
                
                
                   
                     
                       
                                 
                       
                       
                       
                      
                   
                                    
                   What type of wood/material should I use? 
                    What type of finish should I apply? 
                  What type of tools do I need?  
                  
                   What type of wood/material should I use? 
                  The type of material you choose will depend upon the region  you live in, whether  you like woods or composites  and your budget.
                  Other Resources:
                  Wood vs. Composites (Southern Forest Products Association) 
                    Cellular PVC vs. Woods and Composites (Azek) 
                  Composite Decking Overview (Trex)  
                  
                   What type of finish should I apply? 
                  The type of wood and the finish look you are trying to achieve will determine your choice of materials. For a look at some of the options, This Old House looks at some options in an article entitled Deck Defense . 
                   What type of tools do I need? 
                  You will need the following tools:
                  
                       
                          
                           
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