Safety Tips for Kids on Your Deck
Category: Decks
August 1, 2018
Kids are known for their carefree attitudes, which is a quality most of us adults are envious of! However, carelessness and clumsiness can result in accidents quite easily, so it’s important for you to accident-proof your home as much as possible for your own children as well as visiting children or young neighbors. Let’s take […]
Additions to Boost Curb Appeal
Category: Decks,Patios
July 24, 2018
Decks and patios are home additions that can do a lot for your property. They can help make your outdoor living space more versatile, give you more places to relax or entertain guests, and can boost your home’s curb appeal. Here’s how to make the most of your deck and patio and be the envy […]
Selecting the Right Stain Color for Your Deck
Category: Decks
July 18, 2018
There are so many factors that go into choosing the perfect deck stain, and it can be hard to decide on which is the best for you. However, with the right amount of deliberation, and after weighing your options, you can find exactly what you’re looking for. With the help of experts, it can be […]
Composite Decking vs. Vinyl Decking
Category: Decks
July 11, 2018
Composite and vinyl are among the most commonly used decking materials. Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of each to determine which will work best for your new deck! COMPOSITE Composite is made from recycled wood fibers and plastic, making it a very environmentally friendly choice when it comes to decking materials. […]
What Type of Fencing is Best for my Family?
Category: Fences
July 2, 2018
Adding a fence to your yard can add to your family’s privacy and convenience, as well as some curb appeal to your home. However, there are several different fencing options to choose from, each with their own set of pros and cons. Your family’s needs will be the biggest determining factor when selecting a fence. […]
What Can I Do With My Underdeck?
Category: Decks
June 28, 2018
Do you have a raised deck? Are you taking advantage of all of that wonderful space beneath it? If you’re not, then you’ve come to the right place for underdeck design ideas. Turn Your Underdeck Into a Storage Shed! Though it may not be the most glamorous idea, you can go a long way with […]
Five Ways to Decorate Your Deck this Summer
Category: Decks
June 20, 2018
With the temperatures rising here in Maryland homeowners are spending more and more time outdoors and that means it’s time to head out onto the deck. There are many things you can do to decorate your deck and make it feel more functional and attractive, so that you can spend more time enjoying it. Let’s […]
Do I Need to Seal My Deck After Brightening it?
Category: Decks
June 13, 2018
Wooden decks need maintenance, or they’ll deteriorate and turn into eyesores. Part of maintaining a wooden deck includes a brightening process that will inevitably increase the lifespan of the wood. But, what exactly is this process, and how can it help you? If you’ve invested in a custom deck design, you’ll want to protect it […]
When Your Deck Has Reached the End of its Life
Category: Decks
June 5, 2018
Whether your deck gets year-round use or is simply a seasonal luxury for you and your family, it ages just like the rest of your home. Here are some of the warning signs that your deck is nearing or has reached the end of its life: Soft Joists Joists are what help hold your deck […]
What Type of Pool Deck Should I Get?
Category: Decks
May 30, 2018
Adding a pool to your backyard is exciting and it may feel like you have a million decisions to make about the design of your outdoor space. One of the decisions you’ll need to make is about the decking surrounding your pool. When talking about decking, generally homeowners think about wood and composite materials as […]
