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Build a Deck to Expand Your Outdoor Living Space

BUILD A DECK TO EXPAND YOUR OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE Extending a home's outdoor living potential is quickly gaining popularity. In fact, a recent survey by the AIA reports a 64% increase in this trend. Deck builders find that adding a deck to your home is the perfect building block to begin creating a personalized outdoor area. Read on for •Other in-demand amenities to transcend your living space to the outdoors •Popular decking materials for the job •Important questions to ask before building a deck OUTDOOR LIVING ESSENTIALS DECKS Entertainment and Relaxation FENCES Privacy and Decoration ROI: 85% ROI: 50-75% Advantages: •Less expensive than a room addition •Entertain guests •Host a BBQ •Option for even the tiniest yards •A quick escape to connect with nature Advantages: •Creates privacy from neighbors •Esthetic enhancement •Security •Noise Abatement •Deters unwanted pests and people PATIO COVERS LANDSCAPE LIGHTING OUTDOOR KITCHENS Beauty and Protection Illuminate and Secure Cook and Entertain ROI: 80+% ROI: 50% ROI: 100-200% Advantages: •Adds beauty to your home •Reduces heat that enters home Advantages: •Creates a warm comforting ambience •Crime deterrence by 50-75% •Increases functionality of your backyard •Adds a sense of privacy •Provides protection from rain and snow Advantages: •The cook can mingle with guests •Creates a second kitchen •Guests and family are more involved with cooking •Makes entertaining easier •Reduces heat in the house •Adds up to 20% to the perceived value of a home •Illuminates landscaping •Increases safety POPULAR DECKING MATERIALS PORT ORFORD CEDAR Native to a narrow strip of the Pacific Coast from SW Oregon to NW California Characteristics: Benefits: •Moderately light in weight •Stiff, strong, hard •Minimal tendency to warp •Holds paint and stains well •Lighter color than red cedar or redwood •Ideal in rainy climates •Naturally UV-ray resistant •Comes in a variety of tones •Natural oils resist decay and insects •Rated for 20 years of wear TIGERW OOD Beautiful and exotic Brazilian hardwood Characteristics: Benefits: •A tropical hardwood •Wide range of color and striping •Lustrous surface, almost oily •Entirely natural and biodegradable •Incredibly strong •Naturally resists mold and warping •No regular staining or sealing required •Slip resistant •Holds up well to wear and weathering •Resists insects due to its density Newest decking technology PVC DECKING Offered as a wood alternative Characteristics: •Made from synthetic materials •Available in various surface textures Benefits: •Can be produced to resemble wood •Available in a variety of natural colors •Durable and long lasting •Stain, scratch and slip resistant •Very low maintenance •Will not warp, twist, or create splinters •Stays cool, even in the hottest weather •Mold and mildew resistant OTHER DECKING MATERIALS PINE DOUGLAS FIR CYPRESS MAHOGANY REDWOOD IPE PRESSURE TREATED QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE BUILDING YOUR DECK Ask Yourself these Questions Ask Your Deck Builder these Questions How big do you want the deck? How long have you been in business? What is your budget? Are you bonded and insured? What materials and finishes do you prefer? Who will handle any required permits? Will part of the deck be covered? Is there a warranty for my fence? How important is low maintenance to you? What type of maintenance will be needed after installation? RICK'S CUSTOM FENCING & DECKING Infographic designed by Mad Fish SEO Copyright © 2013 Rick's Custom Fencing and Decking Sources: houselogic.com, frontdoor.com, cbsnews.com, eastteak.com, fogazzo.com, lentzlandscapelighting.com

Build a Deck to Expand Your Outdoor Living Space

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Learn how to create the ultimate outdoor living space with some of the most in-demand amenities. This infographic also provides tips for a successful deck building experience; learn about popular buil...

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