Decking & Outdoor Construction Blog
Patio vs. Porch. Wait, There’s a Difference?
Although the terms patio and porch are often used interchangeably, there actually is a difference between the two. Why is it important to distinguish between them? Well, knowing the differences can help you decide which is right for your home and budget. Additionally,...
What can you do to fix your leaky patio before calling a professional?
Calling in a professional just for them to say you need to clean your gutters is frustrating on the best of days. When you’re experiencing heavy rainfall or noticing water accumulating on your patio, follow these tips by homeowners to assess and catch some easy fixes...
Pretty-Up Your Porch
As a leading Denver custom porch installer, we love to see how our customers take our craftsmanship and add their own personal style to it. Whether you're hoping to give your front porch a more welcoming vibe or turn your back porch into an intimate retreat, we have...
Avoid These Common Deck-building Mistakes
As leading Colorado custom deck builders, we take pride in our quality craftsmanship. We have the expertise to get the job done right so that your deck is durable and safe for you and your family for years to come. Unfortunately, we have seen some decking jobs done...
Is Trex an ideal material for a deck?
Have you ever heard of Trex? Trex is a high-performance composite material that is popular for building decks. Because of its higher cost when compared to wood, you may wonder if it is worth it? We asked some home and deck experts for their opinions on the matter. If...
Can Rugs Damage a Composite Deck?
Chances are, most people will put an exterior rug or mat on their deck at some point. Decorative rugs can transform any deck into an inviting, fashionable space. Outdoor mats and grill mats are practical materials that protect the flooring of your deck and home...
7 Pro Tips for Staining Your Deck
As Colorado’s custom deck builders, we have a lot of experience helping homeowners in the Frontage area achieve their home’s landscape potential with gorgeous, custom-built decks. Decks in the area are naturally exposed to the harsh Colorado elements, from blazing sun...
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, CEO of Lawn Love. PVC Decking I would recommend PVC decking. PVC stands for polyvinyl...
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, Architect & Founder, Homesthetics.net.Instability From Poor Construction...
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...