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Built to Last: Inside the Green Shield Framing Process

Beautiful, solid, and secure.

The KDAT Difference

Green Shield set a new standard for framing with upgrades at every turn. Our crews build with premier deck materials and upgrade every component–from the size of our posts to precision ledgering. By building with the best deck materials and using only W-2 in-house crews, Green Shield’s deck frames outlast the competition, and are backed by a lifetime warranty.

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The Secrets Behind

Green Shield's Lifetime Frame

“Kiln Dried After Treatment” (KDAT)

“Kiln Dried After Treatment” (KDAT) is a key part of the rigorous process Green Shield utilizes to ensure wood frames achieve maximum stability. Every piece of Green Shield lumber is sustainably forested, inspected for quality, and treated in small batches for deep penetration.

Following treatment, the wood is placed in large kilns to extract excess moisture. While standard pressure-treated lumber is often sold "wet" and prone to warping, the Green Shield KDAT process results in a more stable, predictable material. This dedication to smarter engineering ensures the deck frame remains straight and true for a lifetime.

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The Home of Gray KDAT

Green Shield is proud to offer KDAT framing in pre-stained brown, and now gray. Green Shield is one of the first and only builders in America with a custom gray pre-stained solution that looks both modern and timeless. No green look or re-staining, ever.

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The Green Shield Standard

6x6 Engineered Stability

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250% More Support

A deck is only as reliable as the foundation that supports it. While traditional building methods often rely on standard 4x4 posts found at local hardware stores, these materials merely meet the minimum code. Green Shield refuses to settle for minimum requirements. By utilizing high-grade #1 Southern Yellow Pine 6x6 posts, Green Shield provides 250% more structural support than the industry standard.

Hand Sorted Perfection

Each post is hand-sorted for perfection and cut specifically from the heart of the tree for maximum density and strength. Pre-stained and engineered for durability, these posts reflect the Green Shield commitment to building a forever deck from the ground up. This is the bridge between elite craftsmanship and reliably engineered reality.

The Green Shield Walk-out Package

Enjoy Unobstructed Views

By employing larger 6x6 posts and a custom-engineered integrated beam, Green Shield increases the span between posts from the industry standard of 10 feet to as much as 19 feet. This remains fully code-compliant while providing superior stability and a clean, finished aesthetic.

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Deck Framing Built to Last

America's #1 Deck Builder

Green Shield’s Deck Designers are trained to consider all the options to get you the best possible deck for your home. Free estimates are available year round.

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