5 Deck Building Design Trends for 2020

Deck Building Feature

Updating your existing deck or adding a new deck to your home or cottage is a great way to add functional living space while increasing resale value. In Peterborough, we’re seeing a strong trend towards replacing basic ‘builder’ grade decks with ones that include upgraded features. At Merrett Home Hardware Building Centre, our staff are […]

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Composite Decking – the Right Choice for Homes in Peterborough

If you’re looking for an incredibly low maintenance, long-lasting, and waterproof material for your next deck or dock, you should consider using composite decking. With natural wood-grain textures, a variety of colour options, and a lifetime warranty, today’s composite decking materials outclass the plastic-like PVC decks of the past. As your local source for deck […]

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LUMBER 101 – Here’s what you need to know!

Lumber

You’d think choosing the right type of lumber for your project would be simple. It’s just buying a piece of wood, right? But there are so many choices and home improvement stores in Peterborough, it’s become surprisingly complex, even with a supply list in hand. And this year’s extremely damp conditions has added another piece […]

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