Articles related to: deck
26: How to Create a Shady Deck Retreat
Privacy and shade are essential elements for transforming a deck into an inviting outdoor living space. Climbing vines trained over a sturdy arbor add a measure of welcome shade that changes the chara..
27: The 50 Most Important Questions to Ask About a Deck Design
Deck design is a process. It is not just an end. It is similar to a recipe in which different ingredients can be experimented with until it tastes great. Repeating the cycles of observation and evalua..
28: How to Plan a Deck Style
Traditionally the advice given by many deck design experts is to choose a deck style that conforms to the architectural style of the home. The best plan supposedly is to start with the basic shapes, d..
29: How to Create a Deck Lighting Scheme
An indispensable improvement for any deck is lighting. It is an amenity that should not be overlooked or done with a minimal treatment. It has the capacity to add style and convenience to outdoor livi..
30: How to Ensure Deck Safety
The issue of deck safety is generally thought about in terms of structural practices and good workmanship. Something as simple as an improperly installed ledger board could pull away from the house wa..
31: How to Grow Deck Privacy and Enclosure
Plants can be used to create a measure of privacy and enclosure and in doing so a homeowner makes a practical investment and a design statement at the same time. Plants grow; fences and walls do not. ..
32: How to Create a Deck Style
Any deck design should extend beyond just being functional. Enjoyment of an outdoor living space increases when the style of the deck is appealing and reflects the personality of the homeowner. One of..
33: How to Plan Deck Access
The majority of decks will benefit from having at least 2 access points from the yard as well as 2 from the house. A second story deck is of course the exception in most cases.Deck access is a factor ..
34: How to Care for a Deck
With proper maintenance a well built deck will provide years of enjoyment and service. Normal usage along with outdoor elements such as rain, snow, ice, wind and constant exposure to the ultraviolet r..
35: How to Choose a Deck Location
Selecting a site for the deck location is an extremely important step in the deck building process. However, it is surprising that many homeowners neglect to spend much time in determining whether the..
36: How to Choose Deck Size and Shape
Deck size and shape are interrelated elements of design that can influence each other. After the location has been determined, there are certain principles that can be considered in order to determine..
37: How to Create Deck Access
Deck access is an important factor in the design and creation of this important type of outdoor structure. No matter how complete the landscape design is made, even the most luxurious deck will not be..
38: How to Determine The Correct Deck Shape and Size
A deck is a relatively inexpensive way to add square footage to a home. As a result, homeowners often tend to construct decks that are larger than they really need. The reasoning is that they feel tha..
39: How to Link House and Yard with a Deck
Any deck no matter what shape or style will be an outdoor living space that will be a bridge linking the house and yard. A well designed deck will resemble such a bridge since it is suspended over the..
40: How to Choose Deck Furniture
The style and allure of any area of the home is dependent upon the way that the entire space is pulled together. The choice in particular of deck furniture helps set the style for this outdoor living ..
41: How to Softscape a Deck with Plants
Decks, arbors, pergolas, hot tubs and other structures are the hardscape features that are most often found in a landscape design. Plants are considered to be the softscape features. The 2 elements in..
42: How to Create the Perfect Deck Plan
Have the family come together to discuss various ideas of what a perfect deck plan might be for everyone. Walk around the property and consider various locations for the deck. Backyards are often the ..
43: How to Make Deck Railing and Stair Repairs
Deck stairs and railings are often the first part of a deck that requires some kind of attention becaue they receive almost constant use. Since their fasteners are hidden deck railings and stairs can ..
44: How to Select Deck Garden Plants
Making the decsion as to which deck garden plants to grow can be a real challenge especially if a great many different kinds of plants are desired in the choices made. Basically, it is wise to stick t..
45: How to Deck a Patio or Slab
Patios made of concrete have 2 drawbacks. Many of these concrete slabs eventually develop cracks and look broken. After the cracks are patched the repairs are easily visible resulting in the slab look..
46: How to Use Deck Design Software
A computer is a powerful design tool that can be used in many ways in relation to the deck planning, designing and construction process. This ranges from creating lists to generating complex drawings..
47: How to Create a Balanced Deck Garden Design
Creating a balanced deck garden design is best achieved by following a series of basic principles. The repetition of colors and textures throughout the bed planting greatly helps to create rhythm with..
48: How to Create a Wraparound Deck
Outdoor deck spaces that are designed to wrap around a house offer many benefits with fewer costs and construction headaches. Turning a corner or two is one of the easiest ways to create separate spac..
49: How to Create Deck Benches
Homeowners have a wide variety of choice when considering adding benches to a deck. There are many styles and there are different ways of attaching them either to the deck frame or to the deck surface..
50: How to Create Multiple Uses for Decks
Any well designed deck can serve one purpose or several purposes. How the deck is designed will depend largely upon how it will be used. Successful deck designing requires an examination of lifestyle...
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