The Ultimate Deck Podcast

The Ultimate Deck Podcast is your go-to show for everything backyard building — from decks and railings to patios, pergolas, and fences. Whether you’re a DIY homeowner planning your dream outdoor space or a contractor looking for smarter tools and materials, this podcast delivers expert advice, product insights, and real-world tips to help you build better. Hosted by Shane Chapman from The Ultimate Deck Shop, each episode tackles common questions, new trends, and industry know-how — with zero fluff and lots of practical value.
Episodes
Episodes
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Should I Spend my Money OUTside or INside? 7 Reasons // Episode 125
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Should I Spend my Money OUTside or INside? Obviously we think you should spend your renovation dollars on the outside of your house but we are pretty biased. Here are the TOP 7 reasons you should Reno your outside spaces this season instead of the inside of your house.
Get Ready!
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Saturday Apr 03, 2021
Lumber Prices - How do they effect you? // Episode 124
Saturday Apr 03, 2021
Saturday Apr 03, 2021
If you are thinking about building this year or are a contractor and haven't thought about Lumber Pricing you must already be on the steel framing train. With so many factors going to into why the cost of lumber is going up the real question is, how do you pivot as a contractor, supplier, consumer? Will you hold out on your project and wait till Next Year and hope Prices will fall? Will you switch to some more innovative materials?
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Saturday Mar 27, 2021
Why Would You Ever Buy Deckorators? 2021 Edition // Episode 123
Saturday Mar 27, 2021
Saturday Mar 27, 2021
Its that time of year again. Deckorators is not in the conversation when it comes to the most recognizable brands but it makes big waves with their products. Shane and Wade go through all the Pro's and Cons of Choosing Deckorators for your next Deck Project.
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Saturday Mar 20, 2021
Why Would you EVER buy Fiberon? 2021 Edition // Episode 122
Saturday Mar 20, 2021
Saturday Mar 20, 2021
One of the big brands of composite decking that doesn't come up in conversation as much as the big two behemoths of Trex and TimberTech, is Fiberon. Fiberon makes great products and has really stepped up their marketing game in the last 1-2 years. With some great colors and new products since last year now is the time to go through it all again!
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Saturday Mar 13, 2021
Talking Steel Framing with Simcoe Decks // Episode 121
Saturday Mar 13, 2021
Saturday Mar 13, 2021
With rising lumber prices now is the time to continue the steel talk. We had Mike from Simcoe Decks on to talk about the challenges and benefits of changing your business over to steel framing. If you're looking to transition your business into steel get a leg up by listening to this one!
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Monday Mar 08, 2021
Crashed Pod with Steen Woodwork // Episode 120
Monday Mar 08, 2021
Monday Mar 08, 2021
We originally had another Topic but then John "Danger" Steen, from @steenwoodwork on Instagram, Crashed the podcast to start talking tools. Every possible thing you might need to know about a saw, John knows. He shared all of his knowledge and experiences with all the major brands on the market today.
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Saturday Feb 27, 2021
Instagram Q&A With Wade and Shane // Episode 119
Saturday Feb 27, 2021
Saturday Feb 27, 2021
It's that time for YOU to control the content of this episode of the podcast. Once again we invited questions from our followers on Instagram to answer on the podcast. This is another edition of the ever so popular, Instagram Q&A episodes.
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Saturday Feb 20, 2021
Why Would You EVER Buy Trex? 2021 Edition // Episode 118
Saturday Feb 20, 2021
Saturday Feb 20, 2021
Anyone who knows anything about composite decking, knows Trex. As the number one brand in the industry, it's the most well known by a long shot. But is it any good? We discuss the pros and cons of each of Trex's lineup and give you a bit of a rundown on the lineup changes for 2021.
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