Archive for the ‘Deck Materials’ Category
Awnings for Decks
August 3, 2011
What are my options for sun shade on my deck?
To fully enjoy your new deck, you’re smart to consider options for shade on sunny days. Pergolas are an attractive accent; they add design interest to your yard, especially when grown over with floral vines, while providing welcome relief from the hot rays. Awnings are another popular alternative, and they’re making a big comeback, with many fabric varieties available in electric-motor and hand-crank models. Id neither of those appeals to you, a gazebo securely installed on the deck surface is a fine option, and one that offers the additional benefit of screening to provide freedom from mosquitos on cool evenings.
The photo’s from our gallery illustrate just a few of the possibilities
I’ve heard my deck lasts longer if it’s allowed to dry quicker after it gets wet, is this true?
May 16, 2011
Yes – a deck that dries after wetting will last longer than one that stays damp. Good maintenance practices for cedar decks include allowing proper water drainage; keeping the surface free of dirt, leaves, pine-needles and other debris; and moving planters, benches and other deck accessories from time to time to permit the deck beneath them to dry thoroughly. Please visit our deck material page for further information on the proper care and maintenance of all decking materials we install.
