A timber deck adds value and lifestyle appeal to any Australian home, but without proper protection, it can become a costly problem. Termites and rot are two of the biggest threats to timber decking, ...

Termite damage is due to insects, while wood rot is caused by fungus or water. Knowing the difference between termite damage and wood rot is vital to preventing and treating them. It's easy to confuse ...

Q. I’m starting to have some rot issues with my 10-year-old deck. Not only are some of the treated wood decking boards rotting, but I’m also noticing that the tops of some of the joists are showing ...

mical remedial treatments for timber decay and damp problems are an unnecessary, avoidable expense in the vast majority of cases, yet architects and other construction professionals continue to waste ...

A shed guru has spilled the beans on keeping your wooden shed snug and sound through winter's weather assault. Sam Jenkinson, from garden building retailer Tiger, revealed: "Ventilation is essential ...