
4 Major Factors that Drive the Cost of your New Deck
The material that you choose and the size of your deck are the largest contributing factors in determining how much your project is going to cost. Selecting a composite material, such as Trex, which is low maintenance and includes a 25 year limited warranty against material defects, will obviously cost more than a deck constructed of pressure treated wood deck boards. The larger the deck, the more obvious the difference in price will be. Keep in mind when deciding, however, t

8 Deck Design Ideas to make your Deck Extraordinary!
Contrasting Colors: The easiest way to make your deck stand out is by utilizing contrasting colored deck boards. Use an accent color as a deck perimeter to create a frame or as a design inlay. Use black or white aluminum railings to enhance the color of your deck boards. Choose a contrasting color to be installed vertically below your fascia board as an alternative to lattice or chicken wire to block access to the underside of your deck to pests. Multiple Levels: Building a d

5 Custom Features to Consider When Designing your Deck
It’s time to spruce up your backyard and get ready for summer! Adding a new custom deck is a great way to bring outdoor living to the next level! Curve Your Deck Design! If you really want your deck to make a statement, add some curves! Adding curves to your deck isn’t just for rounded pools (although that looks amazing too!). Curves can be added to staircases for grandeur! Curves can allow the shape of your deck to conform to your existing landscaping without limiting your s

4 Things a Composite Deck WILL and WILL NOT Do!
A composite deck WILL beautifully withstand years of sun, sleet & snow! A treated lumber deck will require regular, costly maintenance such as sanding and re-staining in order to keep it looking beautiful. A composite deck is not only available in a variety of colors, those colors will stay beautiful for years with little effort. A composite deck WILL clean easily with soap and water! The shell on a composite deck can be wiped clean due to the outer shell on each board. A tre

5 Details to Consider When Designing your New Deck
There are several ways to make your new backyard deck great for entertaining, but what to do if you really want the wow factor? Here are 5 ways to really take your deck to the next level! Lighting: Lighting is the easiest way to upgrade your decks appearance. It’s best to have lighting added during the construction process to allow the electrical workings to be properly installed and hidden. Deck lighting can include post cap lights, railing lights, riser and fascia lights, a