Decks are great spaces that add value and beauty to a home, transforming how families use their outdoor space. Decking around a pond, lake, swimming pool or any water feature can provide an additional seating area, you could also build-in a barbeque or outdoor fireplace for candlelit dinners.
Plus, building a deck doesn’t take nearly as long as a home addition, and if you’re looking for extra space, it’s a lot less expensive! Many home additions take months to complete, whereas a good-sized deck can be built in a week or two.
Today’s decks come in a variety of materials that fit nearly everyone’s budget. Traditional pressure-treated lumber, cedar, ipe, mahogany, or other high-quality woods age beautifully and last a long time.
Wood decks do require more upkeep, requiring regular sealing and staining (about every three years). Composite deckingare made of plastic materials like polyvinyl chloride, wood particles, and polyethylene.
