Deck Designs, by Steve Cory, is the first stop for anyone planning to add a deck.

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So even when hiring a professional, be sure to take part in the design process.

best deck design ideas

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According toDeck Designs, heres how:

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Outdoor Living

Think of a deck as an extension of the home instead of a new space.

It will make the deck more inviting and a natural part of the living area.

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Having an outdoor kitchen also makes for quick entertaining and cooking.

Other material choices include synthetic decking, ironwood, redwood, cedar and treated decking.

Higher grade knot-free boards are attractive but significantly more expensive than knotted boards.

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An alternative is Ipe, a Brazilian hardwood that is sustainably farmed is available in 3/4 and 5/4-inch thicknesses.

It makes an attractive, long-lasting.

Composite decking is another eco-friendly, long-lasting product that is made from recycled materials.

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It is easy to install and made to look just like real wood.

It isnt wood, though, and may not be suitable if you want a natural-looking deck.

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Pressure Treated Wood Deck

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Railing Materials

The main consideration when building therailings on a deckis that they must be safe.

Redwood and cedar make strong, attractive railings that will last long if they are properly cared for.

Oil also provides an attractive, weather-resistant finish on most woods, especially Ipe.

Cedar deck

D. Types of decks

Should you use pressure-treated,cedar, or exotic wood for your deck?

And any reasonably handy DIYer with a working knowledge of local code requirements can build their own.

Its popular for three reasons: Its durable, its cheap, and its widely available.

Exotic wood deck

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Cedar

Cedars popular because its attractive, easy to work with, and is naturally rot- and insect-resistant.

Unfinished, over time cedar will turn a silvery grey colour and last about 10 years.

The main drawback is price as cedar costs roughly twice as much as PT.

Composite deck

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The biggest downside is that exotic lumber can cost three times as much or more than PT wood.

Composite

Composites are made from a combination of wood fibres and recycled plastic.

On the downside, while the boards themselves are quite heavy, they cant be used for load-bearing members.

PVC/Plastic deck

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(As with cedar, PT framing is often used under composite cladding.)

26+ Deck Ideas and Designs For Your Backyard, Balcony

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Multilevel Deck with Graceful Curves

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Multilevel Deck with Graceful Curves

Slide deck

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Vacation home

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Outdoor deck designs

5.Above ground pool

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Slide deck

Alfresco dining

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Residential pavilions surrounded by sweeping canyon

8.Floating deck

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Entryway deck

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Vacation home

Stepped-down structure shelters with canopy

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Stone deck

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Font yard entry deck

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Outdoor deck designs

Deck with lawn edging

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Beach view

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Deck with pergola

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Above ground pool

Led lighting deck

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Cedar deck

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Stain deck with shade sail

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Alfresco dining

Backyard retreat

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Cable Railing and Hardwood Decking

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BBQ deck

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Residential pavilions surrounded by sweeping canyon

Caribbean Redwood Deck

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Elevated Ipe Deck

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Relaxing deck

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Floating deck

This free sites guide covers the subject for your convenience.

If you are searching for free building plans for decks then you are in the right place.

Those in need of guidance are also welcome to consult the booklet offered atFlipbook.

Entryway deck

The article they provide is abundant in explanatory sketches and step by step indications.

Stepped-down structure shelters with canopy

Stone deck

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Font yard entry deck

Deck with lawn edging

Beach view

Deck with pergola

Led lighting deck

Cedar deck

Stain deck with shade sail

Backyard retreat

Cable Railing and Hardwood Decking

BBQ deck

Caribbean Redwood Deck

Elevated Ipe Deck

Relaxing deck

Large deck with pool