

The Ultimate Deck Podcast
Shane Chapman
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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Apr 20, 2022 • 47min
DECKORATORS...not just MBC decking// Episode 175
We are back after an extended break and we are going to talk about...DECKORATORS!
If you would rather read it than hear Shane and Bryce talk about it you can do that here.
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Mar 23, 2022 • 59min
GH The Leveller- Adjustability Made Easy// Episode 174
We had Jeff and Collette, the inventors behind The Leveller, stop by the show and talk about the game changing product that they build right here in Saskatchewan. They took this simple little invention from Morse, Saskatchewan all the way to Toronto to and got in front of the Dragons on Dragon's Den.
Find out all about the product, where to find it and potential innovations that are on the way.
Check out The Leveller here: www.ghleveller.com or all the social media platforms.
If you would rather read it than hear Shane and Bryce talk about it you can do that here.
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Mar 9, 2022 • 1h 12min
It’s Time for FIBERON! // Episode 173
Fiberon has been in the composite decking game a long time, and has a history of innovation: the first multi-chromatic capped composite decking, the first stain and fade warranty on capped composites, and the first molded and embossed wood-plastic composite decking. All of those things would go on to become industry standards. Read on to find out why Fiberon is one of the best in the game.
We had two guest FROM Fiberon show up to this episode to fact check us and takes to a steak dinner afterwards...
If you would rather read it than hear Shane and Bryce talk about it you can do that here.
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Mar 7, 2022 • 41min
To Homeshow or not to Homeshow? // Episode 172
It depends. I think the best way to decide if you should be in a Homeshow this spring is to decide what you want out of it...then you will have your answer.
There are two ways to approach each Homeshow. You can do a hybrid of these but its usually better to stick to just one. We will go through both in detail. We did this one LIVE from a homeshow so its pretty fitting!
If you would rather read it than hear Shane and Bryce talk about it you can do that here.
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Feb 21, 2022 • 56min
TREX Overview...What don’t they have? // Episode 171
TREX is the industries largest brand of composite decking and while that's definitely their bread and butter is it the only thing they do? No of course not. For anyone who is doing some research on the backyard deck this is a great place to start. We go through all, and I mean all, of TREX's offerings. We also have a little fun too so don't worry.
If you would rather read it than hear Shane and Bryce talk about it you can do that here.
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Feb 12, 2022 • 34min
Contractors...How to use your offseason // Episode 170
If you are a Deck Builder in a seasonal climate your most likely take some time off every year when the weather turns from nice to crappy. In Saskatchewan most of the Builders shutdown around November and don't start back up again until late February or early March. This leaves you lots of down time to make your business that much better than last year. So what should you do with your off season?
If you would rather read it than hear Shane and Bryce talk about it you can do that here.
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Feb 5, 2022 • 44min
5 things EVERY deck should have// Episode 169
A deck is just some wood unless you have these things on it. These are the 5 non negotiable things that EVERY deck or outdoor space should have in order to be truly appreciated. If you don't have these things your not using your deck properly.
If you would rather read it than hear Shane and Bryce talk about it you can do that here.
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Jan 29, 2022 • 36min
The Trends of 2022...according to TREX// Episode 168
We scoured the web to find this article about the trends of 2022. What we found is what TREX put all of their marketing dollars into this document. Here are the 6 trends Trex predicts for Backyards in 2022. Do you think they will happen? Maybe we should revisit this at the end of the year based on our own data!
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Jan 22, 2022 • 1h 12min
The 10 most common mistakes in Deck Building // Episode 167
We were perusing the internet for possible podcast topics and we stumbled upon an article from Glen Mathewson of The Building Code College about the 10 most common mistakes you see in deck building. These can be a little dry much like Roast Beef without any gravy. Which brings us to the second topic of the podcast...Do you like horseradish? If your like Bryce you love it, if your like Shane you would rather put ketchup on your roast. Go team Bryce.
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Jan 15, 2022 • 37min
Planning the beginning of a plan // Episode 166
The beginning of the year is upon us and its time to start thinking about decks again. Actually we never stopped thinking about decks but most regular people do stop thinking about decks. If you are like me you probably don't even know where to begin when it comes to planning a deck. This podcast is for you. If you want a deck this summer start here and get these ideas figured out before your even think of entering a store or talking to a contractor.
PLANNING IS EVERYTHING!
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