What is better than stroll out your backdoor with bare feet out on to your deck? Effortlessly transitioning between your house and your backyard all without having to but shoes on. But when the...
Category: Deck Designing
Composite Decking, Slippery When Wet but Two Notable Exceptions
If your constantly getting rain showers followed by sun, the decking you choose is critical for how safe your deck will be. Water on any surface increases the risk of slips and falls. Decking is no...
When selecting decking, there are two popular options, wood or composite. One thing to consider between the two is heat. How hot do the deck boards get in the sun? When first introduced, composite...
I am amazed by how many deck blocks people use when building a floating deck. With deck blocks under each joist or even three blocks per joist. Which is generally overkill. Simply this is way too...
A floating deck out in the back yard, to set up a couple of chairs to soak up the sun. Invite a few friends over. Sit out of the dirt while enjoying a few drinks together. But how much weight can a...
How to Figure Out the Right Size Deck for Lounging, Dining or Grilling
To determine what is a good size for a backyard deck, there are many factors to consider. Or, to put it another way, what is the right size deck should you build in your back yard. The sizing of a...
