Painting pressure-treated wood with a water-based stain won't adhere ... To recognize it, look for a tag or stamp that says ...

If your project is time-sensitive, it may be wise to choose pressure-treated wood that’s marked as having been kiln-dried after treatment (KDAT). The timeline for painting KDAT wood is ...

However, unless the pressure-treated wood you're buying is labeled as KDAT (kiln-dried after treatment), then it is almost certainly still green. Use a reliable moisture meter to accurately gauge ...

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An economical wood like cedar or pressure-treated pine will last longer than some of the higher-end materials without the higher price tag. Avoid a custom design or fencing that exceeds 6 feet in ...

While the average cost to build a deck is much lower if you use a material other than cedar, many homeowners find the wood’s rot and pest-resistant perks worth the price. For an average of $ ...

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Most DCIS is treated with surgery, radiation or some combination of the two. Chemotherapy is never recommended. The surgery can be a “lumpectomy,” a localized surgery that just removes the ...

Pressure treating protects wood from the elements, helps prevent insect attacks, and minimizes the effects of aging. While pressure-treated wood offers many benefits, structures built from it ...