Introduction Decks are an excellent addition to your home, providing a functional and aesthetically pleasing outdoor living space. With thoughtful planning and a little creativity, you can make the most out of your deck and truly transform it into an oasis. In this article, we’ll explore 10 deck creative deck design ideas that will elevate … 10 Deck Design Ideas to Enhance Your Outdoor Living Space Read More »
A deck can go a long way to optimizing the use of your property. In turn, optimizing your deck makes both the deck and its surrounding property reach their full potential. But deck design need to consider the degree and type of outdoor shade they afford. Too much shade might make the deck seem chilly; … How to Add Shade to a Deck Design Read More »
No two people are the same, and there’s no reason why any two decks should be the same either. It takes very little to start making the changes that will make your deck different from any other. The key however to creating that difference is to make your deck match your personality. Looking at personality … Deck Design to Match Your Personality Type Read More »
Many reasons exist for adding a new deck to your home: creating a place for entertaining guests, having a spot to get out in the sun, or increasing the value of your home. But for now, we’ll focus on just one primary reason: adding extra functional living space. Extra outdoor living space can itself mean … Ontario Retreat: Expanding Outdoor Living Space with New Deck Read More »
Homeowners frequently need to consider whether to repair or replace an aging deck. Time always takes its toll, and older decks were often built with materials and methods that could shorten their lives. But deck renovation or replacing an older deck is actually a positive opportunity, a chance to modernize. You can now make use … The Deck Renovation Dilemma: Repair or Replace? Read More »
Extending the Basic Deck: Structures, Tiers and Railings, Garden Integrations Deck Structures Adding deck structures to a basic deck is a fundamental characteristic of modern deck building. Again, consider climate and building codes, and the potential impact on deck maintenance. Such structures can be pergolas, gazebos, or roof extensions. A pergola is a structure with … Modern Deck Building: Design Considerations, Deck Extensions, and Deck Accessories. Part 2: Deck Extensions Read More »
Deck building really has several goals including increasing your livable space, improving the value of your property, and expressing your individuality in taste and use cases. This last point means that a basic deck is like a painter’s canvas: it’s where the art happens, but it’s not the art itself. Extending a basic deck can … Modern Deck Building: Design Considerations, Deck Extensions, and Deck Accessories. Part 1: Success Tips Read More »
