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title: Download Why Deck Boards Cup and How to Prevent It
description: Get answers to your questions on why wood deck boards cup and how to prevent it. Download a free PDF on best practices to use in your next deck project.
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# WHY DECK BOARDS CUP AND HOW TO PREVENT IT

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![Hardwood decking cupping- moisture below and sunlight above creates imbalance causing wood to move](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Hardwood%20decking%20cupping-%20moisture%20below%20and%20sunlight%20above%20creates%20imbalance%20causing%20wood%20to%20move.jpg?width=800&height=305&name=Hardwood%20decking%20cupping-%20moisture%20below%20and%20sunlight%20above%20creates%20imbalance%20causing%20wood%20to%20move.jpg "Hardwood decking cupping- moisture below and sunlight above creates imbalance causing wood to move")

## We have created this informative resource for you.

- Answers your questions on how board cupping is caused.
- Shares best practices to prevent cupping.
- Helps you now to avoid costly deck issues in the future.

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