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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.
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Episodes

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 not. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/theshanechapman...

Sep 22, 201928 minEp. 43

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 Decked Out, Deck Wars, Home to Win, Custom Built and more. Something told us we'd have a few things in common. Check it out. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more S...

Sep 15, 201957 minEp. 42

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! Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/theshanechapman...

Sep 08, 201925 minEp. 41

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! Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/theshanechapman...

Sep 01, 201929 minEp. 40

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! Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/theshanechapman...

Aug 25, 201917 minEp. 39

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. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/theshanechapman...

Aug 18, 201927 minEp. 38

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! Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/theshanechapman...

Aug 11, 201925 minEp. 37

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! Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/theshanechapman...

Aug 04, 201924 minEp. 36

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. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/theshanechapman...

Jul 28, 201942 minEp. 35

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. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/theshanechapman...

Jul 21, 20191 hrEp. 34

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! Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/theshanechapman...

Jul 14, 201917 minEp. 33

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... Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/theshanech...

Jul 07, 201942 minEp. 32

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 building?" Here are 12 great reasons why specializing is the way to go! Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.fa...

Jun 30, 201918 minEp. 31

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 Game. Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www....

Jun 23, 201939 minEp. 30

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 competition! Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: ht...

Jun 15, 201948 minEp. 29

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! Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/theshanechapman...

Jun 09, 201933 minEp. 28

Why Would You Ever Buy Wolf Decking? // Episode 27

For many of you, Wolf maybe isn't a brand you've even heard of for your maintenance free deck. But those who know it, love it. So why exactly WOULD you buy a Wolf deck? Let us tell you. Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/the...

Jun 02, 201929 minEp. 27

RUN! Top 10 Red Flags to Be Aware of With Potential Customers // Episode 26

Every day as a contractor, you set out to visit strangers homes in hopes of closing your next job. But sometimes, you DON'T want that job. Shane and Justin discuss the Top 10 Red Flags to watch out for with potential clients. If you get a whiff of these when estimating a job, RUN! Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop htt...

May 26, 201930 minEp. 26

5 Odd Tips to Increase Your Close Rate // 25

What's your close rate these days? 10%? 20%? 50%? We all have our approach on how to make an impression and win a job. But today we discuss the top 5 oddball tips to help you close more jobs. Believe it or not, these work! Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Find more Shane C...

May 19, 201916 minEp. 25

Top 10 Deck Building Mistakes for Deck Safety Month // 24

We have ALL seen decks that have violated a code or two, or twenty. It almost seems commonplace unfortunately. And codes are in place for a reason, to ensure the structures are safe and sturdy. So in honor of Deck Safety Month, we present to you... the Top 10 Deck Building mistakes as compiled by Fine Home Building Magazine. Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop ...

May 12, 201917 minEp. 24

Throwing Shade - A Little History on the Shane and Wade Duo // 23

Every week, these two clowny deck nerds bless your radio with all sorts of chitter chatter about all things decking. But... WHO ARE THEY? This episode we dig into Shane and Wade's pasts to see how they grew up to become experts in the industry. Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeck...

May 05, 201932 minEp. 23

Let's Get Railed... An Overview of Deck Railing and Privacy Walls // 22

There are a TON of deck railing options to consider for your project: wood, composite, PVC, aluminum, iron, steel, cable, glass, etc. We talk through some of the major types and brands of railing and privacy walls on this weeks podcast. Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop Fin...

Apr 27, 201940 minEp. 22

What Exactly Does Composite Mean? // 21

"Composite." We say it every day. But what does it even mean? "Composite" is a catchall work to define any material that is comprised of more than one input. But not all "composite" deck boards are equal. Let's chat about what exactly "composite" means... Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://www.facebook.com/theu...

Apr 21, 201922 minEp. 21

Live Entrepreneurship Keynote & The Story of The Ultimate Deck Shop // 20

From time to time, Shane Chapman presents to Entrepreneurship high school classes and career fairs. Live from O'Neill High School in Regina, SK on April 12, 2019. Follow along with some lessons from entrepreneurship, a story about how The Ultimate Deck Shop came to be, and closed with a Q&A with the audience. Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://inst...

Apr 13, 20191 hr 2 minEp. 20

Composite: Does It Hot? Does It Slip? // 19

Two of the most common question we get in the industry from customers when it comes to composite and PVC decking: Does it get hot? Is it slippery? Let's dig into these two concerns a little bit so we know the truth, and can properly address these concerns with our customers. Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/theultimatedeckshop https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop https://w...

Apr 06, 201927 minEp. 19

Why Would You Ever Buy TimberTech? // 18

TimberTech and Azek are 2 of the largest and most well known brands in the decking industry. But what makes them so great? In this episode, Wade and Shane discuss why you might consider TimberTech for your next deck. Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK--Q5nH3WW5ouKIXe8LqVw https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop/ https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop/ Find mor...

Mar 30, 201935 minEp. 18

Round Table with Deckorators' Jase DeBoer and Shannon Bertrand // 17

When you hear the brand "Deckorators", it's hard not to think of post caps, aluminum balusters, and other deck accessories... but Deckorators (UFP) is so much more. With sat around the mic with Jase (Senior Category Marketing Manager) and Shannon (Regional Account Manager) to learn more about this growing brand. Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK--Q5nH3WW5ouKIXe8LqVw ...

Mar 18, 201935 minEp. 17

Round Table with Fiberon's Shawn Feero and Mike Forfylow // 16

We gather around the mic with Fiberon's Shawn Feero (Regional Sales Manager Canada) and Mike Forfylow (Territory Manager for Western Canada) and talk all things Fiberon. Big changes for 2019, and some great news that you have NOT yet heard anywhere else! Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us up on Twitter @TheUltDeckShop and hashtag #DeckPodcast Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop/ https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop/ Find more Shane Chapman: ht...

Mar 12, 201936 minEp. 16

Azek Director of Product Managment Jason Davoll Talks TimberTech Live @ IBS 2019 // 15

Azek and TimberTech are two of the strongest brands in the world when it comes to decking. Recently they have undergone a small branding re-alignment that has moved the entire decking category under the TimberTech name, while Azek continues to label the remaining exterior products business. Live from Las Vegas at IBS 2019 we sat down with Jason Davoll, Director of Product Management, to walk us through the changes and other exciting news about TimberTech Want to chat about this podcast? Hit us u...

Mar 04, 201928 minEp. 15

Trex VP of Marketing Leslie Adkins Live @ IBS 2019 Interview // 14

Trex is the leading brand of composite decking in the world, and a large reason for that is their approach to marketing. Live from IBS 2019 in Las Vegas, we sit down with Leslie Adkins, the Vice President of Marketing for Trex. Find more The Ultimate Deck Shop: https://instagram.com/theultimatedeckshop/ https://www.facebook.com/theultimatedeckshop/ Find more Shane Chapman: https://www.instagram.com/theshanechapman/...

Mar 01, 201917 minEp. 14
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