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Determine A Deck: Add More Value To Your House

Decor

18 Jul

When spring rolls into the lazy days of summer, hosting a BBQ or having an intimate, outdoor area for quiet relaxation is something many homeowners desire. A well-designed deck will add substantial value to your home. Read on for ideas on how to design the deck of your dreams!

Designing Your Deck

There are many different choices when it comes to designing your deck. Some of these include:

  1. Type of wood to use for the deck
  2. Outdoor lounging furniture
  3. Built-in grills and kitchen areas
  4. Sound systems
  5. Lighting

What is the Best Type of Wood to Use for a Deck?

There are some factors to consider when choosing the type of wood for your deck. These include budget, climate, aesthetics and maintenance.

Pressure Treated Wood

This is a popular option due to its resistance to weather, fungus and termites. There are different types of wood to choose from depending on your colour scheme. The wood is treated with chemicals that are pressurized into the wood making it impervious to most climates.

Natural Wood

If you’re looking for a more natural look, tropical hardwoods such as bamboo or cedar are beautiful with a range of colours and types. It is durable and weather resistant. Natural wood can be costly depending on the wood you choose.

Coffee Tables

The centrepiece of your lounging area should be a beautiful coffee table. For instance, depending on the configuration of your area, Amart coffee table offers many different choices when it comes to sizes and shapes. Coffee tables are available with shelving and drawers for storage.

Wooden coffee tables offer durability, beauty and weather resistance. There are different woods to choose from depending on your style. Some of the more popular types of wood for your coffee table include oak, pine and cedar.

Outdoor Furniture

Deciding on your outdoor furniture may be the most fun part of designing your deck! Depending on your style, you can be as creative as you like.

Wrap-Around Couch

When relaxing with family and friends on your new deck, you may want to consider a wrap-around couch. This option makes the conversation easy when you have a group of people.

Daybeds

When you want to curl up with a good book or enjoy a glass of wine, a luxurious daybed is a great addition. Many daybeds come with a retractable canopy for shade. They come in different configurations depending on the size you want.

Built-In Options

To really increase the value of your deck, consider built-in options. Your grill master will appreciate a built-in grill, refrigerator and counter space. Here are 50 different design ideas for the ultimate, outdoor kitchen.

Greenery and Plants

Incorporating plants and greenery will give your deck a beautiful, outdoor quality and natural look. Consider the climate and location of the deck when choosing plants. Better Homes and Gardens has a great list of heat-resistant plants.

A Sound System

Also, consider adding a permanent sound system. It will add considerable value to your deck and home. Ideally, the sound system should be integrated into the plans before building begins. Outdoor speakers can be decorative, or they can be disguised as rocks or other natural-looking options. Outdoor speakers are built to withstand all types of weather.

Lighting

Finish off your deck with decorative and functional lighting. It should be versatile enough so you can use it to read or add some ambience to your area.

If you have a vision of what your perfect deck will look like, you can make it a reality. Use these ideas to make your outdoor space both stylish and functional.

To read more on topics like this, check out the decor category.

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