Decking & Patios -
Creating a safe balcony
By Daich Coatings. Why these remodelers rely on Daich Coatings. Like many homeowners, John and Darline McKay wanted to maximize their living space. One way they decided to do this was to replace a window in their main bedroom with a pair of full-lite French doors. This allowed them to “push out” ...
Building a stunning high-rise deck
By Mike Bader, Tremco. Learn about waterproofing and building plaza and amenity decks on existing structures. Summer is just around the corner and one of the best ways to enjoy it is outdoors. And for those who live in cities, finding green space can be a challenge. This ...
Protecting senior citizens from slips, falls and costly injuries
By Daich Coatings. Building your business with TracSafe® Anti-Slip Sealer. Looking for more business? Try assisted and long-term living facilities, hospitals and nursing homes. And when you consider these places, look down, not up. As the population continues to age, the importance of safe and secure environments for senior citizens becomes paramount. You ...
Decorative concrete techniques reshape hardscape design
By Jesse Sanchez. Contractors are using decorative concrete systems to create durable, customizable outdoor spaces that mimic high-end natural materials. The Coffee Shops™ have made it easier than ever for members of the roofing and construction industries to learn how they want, when they want, where they want with the ...
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The K9 Fasteners success story started in Wisconsin when humble hardware professionals wanted to create real product benefits for real hard working carpenters, contractors and building trade professionals! Customers said, “Give us a high performance product that starts faster, holds stronger and is made for treated lumber”….. CHECK! Customers said, ...
Top 5 DIY springtime projects that add value and beauty to the home
Whether a homeowner is getting ready to sell or staying in a cherished home for many more years, improved curb appeal makes a big statement to friends, neighbors and potential buyers. As the spring weather warms up, homeowners can refresh and enhance their home exteriors with do-it-yourself projects that can help ...
Outdoor living trends shaping 2026 projects
OCS Influencer John Kenney says that the projects that stand out most are usually the ones that balance design with practicality. Outdoor living projects have changed significantly over the last several years. What used to be considered an “extra” space has become an extension of how people live and entertain. Homeowners ...
5 Top projects that add value and beauty to home exteriors
By Daich Coatings. Check out these affordable solutions for worn-out concrete. Looking for a fast and easy way to enhance a home exterior project? You can offer these unique projects that add instant curb appeal to your customer’s property while helping increase the value of their home. Remember, before starting any exterior project, ...
Top April articles: Boosting operations in the office and the field
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the state of the outdoor industry by reading our top OCS articles for April. In the outdoor contracting world, April showers don’t just herald in May flowers; they usher in the busiest season of work for contractors. And here at OutdoorCoffeeShop™ (OCS), it has been ...
Easy concrete patio upgrade
By Daich Coatings. These customers "were floored" with this product. Tina and Pat O’Mara were tired of the “million little cracks” in their outdoor patio. While they didn’t want to spend a lot of money to replace the concrete surface, they really liked the idea of improving the ugly backyard seating ...
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