What are the Best Materials for Building a Low-maintenance, High-quality Deck
Here at SRI Decks, we believe that deck care should be as simple as possible. Read on to learn about materials that make it easy to prolong the life of your deck. Jeremy Yamaguchi Jeremy Yamaguchi, CEO of Lawn Love. PVC Decking I would recommend PVC decking. PVC...
Practical Functionalities of a Pergola
Pergolas have seen a revival in popularity in recent years, but these architectural structures actually date back to the ancient Egyptians. Historians believe they were most likely used by the elite in society to get a break from the sun. Moving along in time,...
Exotic Woods: Are They Right For You?
As Colorado’s custom outdoor carpentry installers, we know that there are so many types of lumber on the market to consider for your outdoor patio, deck, or gazebo space. Among these, exotic wood species are becoming increasingly popular, and it’s not hard to see why....
If my contractor built my deck half-heartedly, what issues and damages can pop up in the future?
Proper deck construction is an absolute necessity for aesthetics, longevity, and safety. Read on to learn from deck specialists about the ramifications of a poorly built deck. Anton Giuroiu Anton Giuroiu, Architect & Founder, Homesthetics.net. Instability From...
Practical Decking Terms To Know Before You Build
Our team is made up of expert decking installers with years of experience in outdoor carpentry. With that experience, some of the lingo specific to our industry comes naturally to us, but we realize it might all sound like Greek to you. We wanted to give you some of...
How do you remove a concrete patio attached to a house?
Time to trade in that boring, cracked patio for something new with a lot more pizzazz? Tearing out all the old concrete is likely the hardest part of the job, but don’t fret. Our home improvement experts recently weighed in with their favorite tips and tricks for...
What’s the Best Railing for Your Deck?
For starters, you need to decide whether you want a deck railing or not. Not everyone needs or chooses one, and your approach to your railing will depend on a number of different factors. Safety requirements As a general rule, if your deck is below 30 inches, you...
Why Winter is the Right Time to Start Building Your Deck
Your deck is the focal point of your backyard. It is where you relax, greet loved ones, celebrate life events, and host those classic summer barbeques. You want the best start for such a big part of your home. A common misconception is that it is impossible to build a...