About Supreme Deck Restoration
Founded in 1991 with rented equipment and fewer than 100 decks a season — now Southeast Michigan's trusted deck restoration team, 35,000+ decks later.
Started With Rented Equipment and Fewer Than 100 Decks
Supreme Deck Restoration was founded in 1991 by Craig Niner, who restored fewer than 100 decks that first summer using rented equipment. Robert Schepis joined as an equal partner in 1995, and together they grew the company steadily through the 1990s and 2000s — not through corporate expansion, but by developing lasting relationships with customers through quality craftsmanship and dependable service.
Every job is performed by our own trained employees — never subcontractors — which is how we've kept the same standard of hand-brushed, deck-specific work across more than three decades and 35,000+ decks.
Three Decades of Growth, One Deck at a Time
1995
Robert Schepis joins Craig Niner as an equal partner. The company has already grown to servicing over 200 decks a year.
2000
Supreme Deck begins constructing brand-new wooden decks in addition to restoration work.
2009
Composite decking options, including Trex, are added to the company's construction and care services.
2010
The Stain Depot launches as an online retailer for the professional-grade deck stains Supreme Deck uses on every job.
Lasting Relationships, Not Corporate Expansion
We've never chased rapid growth for its own sake. Our focus has always been on developing lasting relationships with our customers through superior service and expert craftsmanship — the same reason homeowners across Southeast Michigan call us back for every deck, fence and outdoor structure they own.
- All work performed by trained employees, not subcontractors
- Fully licensed & insured Michigan contractor
- Certified Trex-Pro installer — Trex Diamond Club, top 15 builders nationally
- Every coat of stain hand-brushed, never sprayed
The Crew Behind Every Restoration
Every job is performed by our own trained employees, never subcontractors — here are a few of the people who show up to do the work.
Craig Niner
Owner
Craig Niner has spent more than 35 years in the deck industry, bringing a depth of hands-on experience and product knowledge that has helped guide Supreme Deck Restoration since 1991. A Michigan State University graduate, Craig's experience spans virtually every aspect of the business — from wood restoration and staining to structural repairs, composite decking, resurfacing, and complete new deck construction.
Craig has helped Supreme Deck evolve with new products, materials, and restoration techniques while expanding the company far beyond its early deck cleaning and staining services. His practical approach and extensive field experience continue to influence how Supreme Deck approaches projects and solves the unique challenges that come with restoring and building outdoor living spaces in Michigan.
Working alongside Robert Schepis and their experienced team, Craig has helped Supreme Deck service, restore, and rehabilitate more than 35,000 backyard decks. He remains actively involved in the company today, with a focus on continuing to improve the way Supreme Deck serves its customers and builds for the future.
Robert Schepis
Owner
For more than 30 years, Robert Schepis has been a driving force behind the growth and success of Supreme Deck Restoration. A Michigan State University graduate, Robert has helped take Supreme Deck from a growing restoration company to one of Metro Detroit's most established names in deck restoration, repair, and construction.
Robert's leadership has been especially important in building the team behind Supreme Deck. Over the years, he has helped recruit, develop, and retain a group of highly skilled professionals, creating the experienced workforce needed to take the company to the next level. His ability to combine the right people with high standards for craftsmanship and customer service has played an important part in Supreme Deck's continued growth and reputation.
Today, Robert remains actively involved in leading the company alongside Craig Niner, overseeing its continued growth and helping set the standards that have allowed Supreme Deck to service, restore, and rehabilitate more than 35,000 backyard decks. After three decades, his focus remains the same: build a great team, deliver exceptional work, and keep moving Supreme Deck forward.
Eric Gambrell
Deck Restoration Specialist
With 29 years of experience in the deck restoration industry, Eric Gambrell brings a level of knowledge and expertise that is difficult to match. Since entering the industry in 1997, Eric has worked with homeowners across countless projects, developing a deep understanding of wood restoration, proper preparation, staining, and long-term deck maintenance.
Having worked on approximately 150 decks each year throughout his career, Eric has hands-on experience with a wide variety of wood types, deck conditions, and restoration challenges. His experience allows him to accurately assess each project, recommend the right restoration approach, and help homeowners make informed decisions about protecting and maintaining their investment.
For Eric, deck restoration is more than a job—it's a craft built on nearly three decades of experience, attention to detail, and a commitment to doing the work the right way.
Kyle Malkowski
Deck Restoration & Construction Specialist
Kyle Malkowski's connection to the deck industry began at just 15 years old, when he started coming in after school to help with the business. What began as an after-school job developed into a 13-year career and a deep knowledge of both deck restoration and construction.
Throughout his time with the company, Kyle has been involved with approximately 2,000 decks. In addition to his extensive restoration experience, Kyle also builds new Trex® composite decks, giving him firsthand knowledge of both traditional wood restoration and modern deck construction.
This experience allows Kyle to look at each project from multiple perspectives. Whether a customer is looking to restore an existing wood deck, determine whether restoration is the right option, or consider replacing it with a new composite deck, Kyle can provide knowledgeable guidance based on his experience across both sides of the business.
Having grown with the company from a teenager working after school into an experienced restoration and construction professional, Kyle brings a unique combination of long-term experience, practical knowledge, and a genuine understanding of what it takes to build, restore, and maintain a great deck.
Dan Kelsey
Deck Restoration & Construction Specialist
With 20 years of experience with our company, Dan Kelsey brings a comprehensive understanding of the deck industry to every customer he works with. His experience extends beyond restoration — Dan also builds approximately 20 new decks each year, giving him firsthand knowledge of everything from the structure and construction of a deck to its long-term maintenance and restoration.
Having worked across multiple sides of the business, Dan is able to look at a project from the customer's perspective as well as from a builder's and restoration professional's point of view. Whether a deck needs routine maintenance, extensive restoration, or a completely different approach, his broad experience allows him to provide honest, well-informed recommendations based on what is truly best for the homeowner.
After two decades with the company, Dan has developed a level of knowledge that goes beyond any single aspect of the trade. His ability to understand the full life cycle of a deck — from building it to maintaining and restoring it — allows him to confidently guide customers toward the right solution for their home and their investment.
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