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Bobby Parks, founder and former owner of Peachtree Decks and Porches LLC is a nationally recognized outdoor living and remodeling contractor who has designed and delivered over $40 million of residential and commercial outdoor living projects. With over three decades of experience as a deck, porch, patio, and remodeling contractor, Bobby continues to influence the industry by leading building and business courses, serving on numerous manufacturer advisory committees, and contributor to Deck Specialist with past contributions to Professional Deck Builder, Fine Home Building, Remodeling, and JLC Live magazines.

French’s Custom Outdoor Concepts is a Top-Rated Texas-based contractor specializing in custom decks, patio covers, sun arbors, and outdoor kitchens. Owner Christopher French has been tinkering, experimenting, and innovating for as long as he can remember. So when it came time to sink his teeth into a new building material, he jumped in and immediately began pushing the limits of steel framing to elevate his client’s outdoor living projects. We like his recent work so much that we chose French’s Custom Outdoor Concepts as New Castle Steel’s Deck Specialist of the Year for Deck Specialist magazine. We were able to catch up with Christopher and get his thoughts on the state of the outdoor living industry and what he will do next.

Today, building with eco-friendly materials has become more important than ever for homeowners who want to limit the environmental impact of their home improvement projects. Steel has been the foundation of the construction industry for decades. Deck frames made from steel have become the answer for builders looking for longer-lasting and more sustainable solutions. If you're new to the environmental benefits of steel, here are three things to know before you plan your next project.

INTERVIEW WITH: Gregg Mizerak, President of Randall Brothers

Randall Brothers serves the metro Atlanta and North Georgia markets with construction supplies for virtually any project, including New Castle Steel (NCS) products. Gregg Mizerak, President of Randall Brothers, spoke with us to discuss current trends in decking and why their partnership with NCS has been so advantageous for their customers. 

For Tommy Holstein, a DIY project turned into a lifelong career. In 2009, while designing and building a two-tier cedar deck with his father, Tommy discovered a natural talent for creating beautiful outdoor spaces. Because Tommy built his first decks in flip-flops, using the name Barefoot Deck for his new venture was only fitting. As the company grew and expanded, rebranding to Solid Ground in 2019 only made sense because it captured its full capabilities. We spoke with Tommy about Solid Ground and how they transitioned to using New Castle Steel.

Scott Kelly is a Colorado native who prides himself on building projects others can't. He began his career as an apprentice in high school before starting his own business in 2005. As the owner of Precision Construction, Scott is at the forefront of the decking industry and has been nationally recognized for innovation in steel frame construction.

Deck frames made from steel are the next evolution in the construction industry. Steel deck frames won't change over time through function or appearance, and in 25 years, you can expect the same smooth finish, sturdiness, and reliability you had on day one. Read on to explore more benefits of choosing steel deck framing.

Deck frames made from steel are the next evolution in the construction industry. Steel deck frames won't change over time through function or appearance, and in 25 years, you can expect the same smooth finish, sturdiness, and reliability you had on day one. Read on to explore more benefits of choosing steel deck framing.

New Castle Steel is excited to announce the addition of a hot-dipped galvanized steel support post to our steel framing system, now available for distribution nationwide. This new 6"x6" post is available in 12' and 6' lengths. It boasts a 3/16” wall thickness for increased stiffness and load support. New Castle Steel engineered the post to work with a 10" diameter round base plate welded for post-to-pier attachment. The support post is specifically designed for dimensional stability and is powder-coated for added durability and corrosion resistance.