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5 fabulous deck fi x-ups
Are you tired of having a deck you’re
no longer proud to show off ? You’re not
alone. According to the 2017 U.S. Houzz
Landscape Trends Study, one of the top
reasons motivating homeowners to tackle
outdoor projects like deck upgrades is
their open-air space is past its prime.
If you’re like surveyed respondents and
ready to return your fi xer-upper to its former
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Fortunately, a little inspiration is all
you need to transform your deck into a
backyard beauty. With these fabulous fi xups,
your deck will be re-energized in no
time.
1. Refresh your color palette
One of the easiest ways to transform
a ho-hum deck into a stylish oasis is an
updated color palette. Refreshing the look
of outdoor accessories and furnishings
is a simple and cost-eff ective solution.
MidwestLiving.com says, “Focusing on
one or two colors adds a unifying feel to
your décor. Punchy blue and green furnishings
brighten the deck while not distracting
from the view.” You can even
swap out fabrics, accent pillows and cushions
as the seasons change to keep your
outdoor room looking fresh all year long.
If you’re increasing the size of your
deck, consider choosing decking in a
color that complements your home. It
will help ease the visual transition from
indoors to out and create a beautiful base
for planters and deck furnishings. If you
are looking to make a statement, consider
varying the color of deck boards, inserting
feature strips or using contrasting railings
to frame your outdoor room.
2. Landscape your deck-escape
To create a deck-escape that draws
guests in, integrate landscaping into your
design. Start small by lining your deck
with planters, curving fl owerbeds and
grasses. A punchy mix of seasonal annuals
and perennials will help encourage visitors
to explore your outdoor living space.
Or, go a step further and use today’s versatile,
moisture-resistant composite decking
products to turn your deck into an
extension of your garden. With proper
installation, the boards can easily curve
around trees or fl ower beds to blend your
deck into its natural surroundings.
3. Provide pretty privacy
Th ere’s no reason to give up style and
comfort on your deck just because you
want privacy, especially if your neighbors
are within close quarters. Trellises,
lattices and vertical gardens can screen
an exposed view and freshen up your
outdoor room. Nature can also act as
a beautiful barrier. Slender evergreens
like arborvitae can establish a relaxed
sense of privacy and create a soft , lush
backdrop. You can even add diff erent
shade-providing trees near your deck,
creating a secluded space with a more
intimate feel.
4. Build a beautiful addition
If your outdoor room is limiting the
number of guests you can entertain, a
new deck addition may be just the right
fi x. You’ll gain extra square feet and valuable
space for themed outdoor areas. Try
bumping your deck out on one side to
make a basic square deck more interesting
and gain room for an al fresco dining
area or a spa-themed deck nook with
a hot tub. With the right decking materials,
you can even add a meandering garden
path deck or curved getaway encircling
a water feature.
“Composite decking with a plastic and
wood blend throughout the board like
ChoiceDek can be ripped, routed and
bent to fi t nearly any deck design,” says
Randy Gottlieb, president of A.E.R.T.
“Th e boards are easier to curve than
capped composites and traditional wood
planks. Th ey give homeowners a lot more
design fl exibility at an aff ordable price
point.”
5. Create on-deck destinations
To give your outdoor room a lasting
edge, create on-deck destination areas
that go beyond eating and socializing.
Love gardening? Build a vertical garden
or use extra deck boards to create
planter boxes that allow you to pass on
your “green thumb” to your children.
If you’re a DIYer, use complementary
decking to create a corn hole set for
birthday parties and gatherings. With a
spark of inspiration, the possibilities for
reinventing your outdoor space are virtually
endless.
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