Deck Expo Brings Outdoor Living Industry Together for Education and Networking
Deck Expo registration is now open; early bird pricing runs through September 3.
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07, 2025
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01, 2025
We Love Deck Builders Host April Edwards, Live from DeckExpo 2024: A Recap with Michael Beaudry
Join We Love Deck Builders host April Edwards for a special episode recorded live from DeckExpo Dallas 2024, with Micheal Beaudry, Executive Director of NADRA, on the final day of the event.
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01, 2025
Inside NADRA’s 2025 Awards Summit: Celebrating Excellence in Outdoor Living
For 21 years, the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) has been the trusted voice of the decking and outdoor living industry. NADRA supports its members through advocacy, education, and programs that ensure safety, quality, and innovation. From initiatives like Deck Safety Month®, to advocacy efforts shaping building codes, professional certifications, and community projects like Deck for a Soldier®, NADRA provides its members with the tools and resources to succeed.
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11, 2024
The Power of Partnership: Honoring NADRA’s Role in Our Industry
The Power of Partnership Honoring NADRA’s role in our industry
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09, 2024
Building a Legacy: Inside NADRA with Founder Michael Beaudry
Join Alex and Michael as they dive deep into the history and impact of NADRA, the leading association in the deck industry. Michael shares his journey from the early days of NADRA’s founding in 2004 to its evolution into a cornerstone of the decking world. With nearly two decades of experience, Michael offers valuable insights into the benefits NADRA provides to industry professionals and how it has shaped the standards and growth of the decking community.
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08, 2024
Empowering Deck Builders: A Conversation with Mike Beaudry from NADRA
In this episode of We Love Deck Builders, host April Edwards, founder of Deck Builder Marketers, sits down with Mike Beaudry, Executive Director of the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA).
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03, 2024
NADRA Code Update
Recap of the NADRA Code meeting last week at Simpson Strong Tie’s Manufacturing and Training Center northeast of Dallas.
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10, 2023
Exciting News: NADRA Connect Community is Now Open to All Members, Including Vendor Members!
NADRA's brand-new online community, NADRA Connect, is officially live and open to all NADRA members, including our valued vendor members!
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06, 2023
Key-Link Fencing & Railing Recently Hosted the NADRA Team
Key-Link Fencing & Railing recently hosted the NADRA team (Mike and Margie Beaudry) for a tour of their facilities in New Holland, PA. Wolf Home Products (Bob Lett), Excelsior Lumber (Rob Block) , NJ Decks and Railings (Bruce and Judy Verblaauw), and Taylor Rae Construction (Jeff Dowling) all joined the NADRA team for the plant tour. This mix of industry pros drove thoughtful conversation and provided different perspectives throughout the day.
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08, 2022
Nashville Bar Evacuated After Deck Partially Collapses
A popular bar in Nashville was evacuated after a portion of the outdoor deck seemingly collapsed. Patrons at Loser's Bar and Grill in Midtown were enjoying their Wednesday (August 3) evening ahead of Whiskey Jam when the floor of the deck suddenly buckled around 6 p.m., WKRN reports. There were also reports of a potential gas leak. While initial reports stated the deck collapsed, the Nashville Fire Department has since confirmed the incident is not classified as a collapse. No injuries were reported.