| Credits | 4.00 PDH |
|---|---|
| Access Duration | 1 Year |
| Course Writer | Mr. Spite |
| Mode | active online |
| Material |
Despite our need for shelter from elements that can kill us, we have always sought opportunity to get back into or close to nature. We do prefer to do so on our terms, rather than whatever climate and circumstances nature decides to offer when we feel that need. A large part of our effort to reunite with nature has revolved around creating outdoor spaces adjoining our houses. There, we can get outside to enjoy favorable climate conditions, at whatever time we choose.
This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:
The evolving use of different materials to construct usable outdoor surfaces
Strengths and weaknesses of each available outdoor surface option
Different coating options, used to cover and protect outdoor wood surfaces
Strengths and weaknesses of different coating materials used to protect wood surfaces
New surfacing options that have been developed to overcome decking material limitations
How surfacing materials are being combined to minimize weaknesses and maximize strengths