Wood Chat

Share a photo of your pet on your deck

Let's share smiles this holiday season!

Happy Thanksgiving! 2022

A thanksgiving message for you.

Treated wood preservatives and AWPA use categories

Learn the different preservatives in treated wood and the specific uses standardized by the American Wood Protection Association.

Winter Prep for Your Deck

Now is the time to start clearing the leaves from your deck, prepping your deck for winter, and enjoying your deck all year long.

DIY Survey Results

See the survey results from over 4,000 homeowners on home construction projects planned over the next six months

Why innovation is important in the wood preservation industry

Learn why Viance innovates to develop the preservatives, systems and technologies for the global wood preservation industry.

Deck Features with a Purpose

Transform you outdoor living space to an inviting retreat. Whether for storage, solitude or for festive occasions, check out these features that can make your deck your favorite place.

The Pressure Treating Process

Watch the video to learn how wood is pressure treated.

Need your CEU credits?

Earn your credits before the rush of the holiday season. These courses are informative and offer free, one-hour CEU course credits hosted by Ron Blank & Associates.

Ecolife Provides More Benefits

Ecolife Stabilized Weather-Resistant Wood with DCOI is the only environmentally-advanced wood protection system with a fully integrated stabilizer, providing more benefits. Learn the advantages of Ecolife treated wood.

Staining Decks and Fences

See our recommendations on when to stain, what to use, and how often to stain your deck or fence.

Top 10 Installation FAQs

The top 10 FAQs answer questions on which side of the deck board faces up, how much will it shrink, what fasteners to use, how to pre-drill pilot holes, and more!