For many homeowners, building a new deck and enhancing their outdoor living space is exciting. To avoid legal problems, you should do your due diligence before starting work or even making plans. Keep reading to learn how to make your deck safe and legal. Jeff...
You’ve probably heard the term “fascia,” but you may or may not know what it means or what purpose it serves on your deck. Fascia is a finishing board that is installed around the perimeter of your deck. Your deck could probably survive without fascia, but it offers...
Are you looking for ways to transform your backyard? Do you want to create an area where your family and friends can enjoy time together? Have you considered sprucing up your living space but are unsure of where to begin? Start with a custom deck! A deck is the...
Ready to DIY a floating deck? Decks done wrong can be costly, ugly, and even dangerous. We care that your outdoor space is as beautiful as it safe, so we queried deck gurus everywhere for suggestions and advice on how you can avoid common mistakes and build the...
It’s a late summer afternoon. The sun is shining, the birds are singing and it feels wrong to stay indoors. So instead of reading your book or catching a quick nap on the couch, you decide to utilize your wonderfully accessible deck. Just as you are getting...
You have a wood deck, and now you’d like to put in an outdoor kitchen, but your designer tells you that it’s going to be difficult. And she’s more than likely correct in her assessment. Kitchens and wood or composite decks are often mutually...
Screws are integral to the structure and stability of your deck, but unfortunately, they don’t always look that great. What can you do to better incorporate them into the overall aesthetic of your outdoor space? Our readers shared a few ideas on how to deal with those...
Somewhere in prepping for fall, football, and back-to-school shopping, it’s good to remember that your deck needs a check-up, too. It has served you all summer long, playing host to your BBQs and parties. Now, as you get ready for what’s sure to be several...
Your backyard pergola is perfect – cozy, serene, and spa-like … until you open your eyes to see the neighbor’s five-year-old staring back at you from the patio next door. Ok, it’s time for a little privacy. Here are some ideas from our outdoor oasis afficionados:...
Usually, this blog is all about the great things you can do to improve your deck space, like tricking it out with fantastic lighting or vibey furniture. As one of Denver’s premier custom deck builders, we want to help you find the best ways to build, add to, clean,...