Deck Building & Repair Blog
Rectangular: This is the most common deck system. There are countless applications for rectangular including Denver concrete patios, sundecks and tiered systems. Rectangular decks are also the easiest to construct. Octagonal: Octagonal Decks are great for barbecue areas, beach decks, as well as a hot tub deck. These decks are a great addition to […]
Privacy screens are a great way to add personality to your living space. They’re also a great way to avoid any awkward situations with neighbors. If you need ways to provide more privacy to your outdoor space, a privacy screen is something you should be seriously considering. There are lots of possibilities to choose from […]
With the summer months approaching, cleaning & treating your deck is becoming a bigger priority for homeowners. Obviously once the weather gets warmer, you’ll be spending countless summer nights with friends and family on the deck. With that in mind, you’ll certainly want to give it some TLC to make up for all the damage […]
There is no shortage of options out there as far as creating a deck for your home patio. The most common option to go with is a pressure-treated wooden deck. This is the most popular option at the time because of the fact that it’s the most affordable. Along with being affordable, pressure-treated wood decks […]
Composite decking means that your deck is made from a combination if different materials, mostly being plastic and wood. The ingredients are processed in a way that makes the material look just like wood. Composite decking is considered environmentally friendly considering the fact that they often use recycled or recovered materials in the manufacturing process. […]
Selecting the deck design that coordinates with the exterior of your home is perhaps the most important aspect of customizing your deck. Choosing a stain color for your deck extends from choosing a proper refinishing to selecting a transparency. It will serve you to be mindful of how often you plan on refinishing your deck. […]
Composite decking provides many options, most of which are recycled and environmentally friendly. The final product typically combines the attractiveness of average wood and stain-resistance of plastics. For the most part, maintaining a composite deck should be easier than doing so with a wood deck. It is advisable to clean your composite deck annually with […]
Depending on the type of wood you use, you may end up with anywhere from a “small project” budget to a “major construction project” cost. To give you an idea: A DIY 10’x10’ ground deck costs slightly more than $500, and it will be made of treated lumber. On the other hand, if you raise […]
The reason why many people prefer to go with composite decking is because they are resilient, low-maintenance and authentic in appearance. In other words, the deck will most likely outlive the owner. If you’re going to use wood, remember that wood needs to be treated in order to stand the harsh conditions of the environment, […]
Has your outdoor deck changed in appearance from it’s like-new natural color to a tired and dirty gray? Do you cover your wood surface to hide ugly stains and dark spots? You might be wondering how to get your deck back to it’s original appearance, something you can be proud of once again. We can […]