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.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 49 minutes
- Episodes
- 267
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
What's In A Warranty? Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon // Episode 47
Warranties are used as marketing tools by the whole decking industry. At face value, they all seem great! But what's really behind the number? How good is the warranty? And how does it compare to…
Sean Stefan From The Rusty Shovel Landscape Shop // Episode 46
In what is sure to be one of our favourite episodes ever, small business owner Sean Stefan of The Rusty Shovel Landscape Shop joins us in studio to talk about his journey, small business advice, and …
You Should Work For Free // Episode 45
Working for free might not be something you've put much thought into, but we think there's a ton of value in doing it. So we discuss that, and a bunch of other disorganized rambling on THIS episode!
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You've Got Questions, We've Got Answers // Episode 44
Every once and a while we hit up Instagram Stories to ask the community for questions we can discuss and answer on the podcast. This is one of those times.
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Not All Composites Are Created Equal // Episode 43
"Composite Decking" is a bit of a catchall phrase. So let's break this down and chat about all the different types and ways that this stuff is made so we understand why some is CHEAP, and some is no…
Round Table with BroLaws' Dave and Joey // Episode 42
There are your run-of-the-mill contractors, and then there's Dave and Joey from BroLaws Construction: the funny, quirky, "living their best life" personalities from your favourite HGTV shows such as …
Fun With Mad Libs // Episode 41
Sometimes even deck guys need a break from deck talk. On this episode, we have a little elementary school fun with MAD LIBS!
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5 Deck Trends... Fad or Forever? // 40
The current state of the union of deck builders sees trends come and go. On this episode we key in on 5 current trends in the deck industry, and we label them Fad, or Forever!
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Top 5 Break Out Products of 2019 // Episode 39
These Top 5 products have really made a splash this year and have become infamous on Instagram. Have a listen and give these 5 products a try to have some fun with your projects this year!
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How to Keep Your Wood Good // Episode 38
Treated lumber doesn't last forever. So we provide some solid tips and products that will help get the most life out of your deck.
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5 Reasons You Should Be at Deck Expo 2019 // Episode 37
Deck Expo 2019 in Louisville isn't too far away, so... we give you 5 solid reasons why you should get those flights and hotels booked! See you in Kentucky!
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Top 10 Selling Composite/PVC Deck Boards at TUDS // Episode 36
The 2019 season is half over, so let's take a look at what's been hot off the forklift so far this year! It's a Top 10 Edition!
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Q&A From the Instagram Audience // Episode 35
On this episode we hit up Instagram Stories to get some questions from the fantastic IG community that we answer, here on episode 35.
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Donegan Decking: A Deep Dive Interview // Episode 34
On this episode we reach out to Bruce from Donegan Decking, a Perth, Australia based decking carpenter to tell his story and teach us a little bit about how things are done, down under.
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6 Things You'll Learn Fast When Starting Your Business // Episode 33
Whether you're building decks or selling cookies...the same business principles apply. On this episode I talk about 6 things that are important to learn fast in business!
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News From the Decking Industry // Episode 32
From around the world, this season's top stories from the decking industry.
We talked Trex troubles, dashing Deckorators, Hideaway hits, Tape talk, and TimberTech tribulations...
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Should You Specialize in Just Decks? 12 Reasons Why You Should // Episode 31
There's a common fear among contractors about specializing in their preferred trade - is there enough work to do just one thing?
We get asked this question all the time. "Should I focus on just deck…
Top 6 Game Changing Products in the Decking Game // Episode 30
Every once in a while, a new product comes out that absolutely changes the way people build decks. Shane and Wade dive into what they consider to be the Top 6 Game Changing Products in the Decking G…
Sean Collinsgru of Premiere Outdoor Living // Episode 29
An up and comer in the world of "Deck Building on IG", Sean Collinsgru of Premier Outdoor Living joins us to tell us a little about how he ended up where he is today, and what sets him apart from the…
It's a Fastener Showdown - Options for Fastening Your Deck // Episode 28
When it comes to fastening down your brand new deck, you have a TON of options. Let's chat about some of the most common and get down to the nitty gritty!
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