As the air turns crisp and leaves begin to change, outdoor living spaces take on a new energy. Fall is the perfect time to enjoy your deck—whether it’s sipping coffee on a cool morning or hosting friends around the firepit. For 2025, the top trends focus on wellness, comfort, and year-round functionality, aligning with the growing desire to make the most of every moment outdoors.
1. Warm, Earthy Colors
This season’s palette takes its cue from nature—rich browns, warm grays, and muted reds echo the changing leaves and blend beautifully with stone, wood, and greenery. Choosing a decking color that complements your home and surroundings helps your outdoor space feel like a natural extension of your landscape. Deckorators decking collections like Voyage and Vista offer versatile, on-trend options that work seamlessly with fall décor.
2. Natural-Looking, Low-Maintenance Materials
Homeowners want the timeless beauty of natural wood with the convenience of low-maintenance decking. Deckorators patented Surestone® technology delivers just that, offering exceptional durability, slip resistance, and the ability to withstand shifting fall weather without warping or fading. Our mineral-based composite decking combines revolutionary technology with design-led ingenuity to ensure long-lasting performance, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your deck and less time maintaining it.
3. Cozy Outdoor Living, All Year Long
Fall is the season for gathering, and outdoor spaces are becoming just as inviting as living rooms. Built-in seating, fire features, and even small outdoor kitchens are increasingly popular. Layering in textiles like blankets and cushions, adding warm lighting, or incorporating decorative post caps can instantly make a deck feel welcoming—perfect for everything from morning coffee to evening get-togethers.
4. Multi-Season Functionality
Decks are no longer just for summer. Homeowners are adding elements that extend outdoor use into cooler months—retractable awnings, heaters for chilly evenings, and integrated lighting for shorter days. Pairing these features with low-maintenance decking and durable railing ensures your space looks great and functions smoothly no matter the season.
5. Blending Wellness with Outdoor Living
Health and wellness continue to influence design choices. Homeowners are adding water features, hot tubs that create a sense of calm and relaxation. Pair these features with low-maintenance decking materials and calming fall color palettes for a backyard retreat that nurtures both body and mind.
Fall in Love with Your Deck
From earthy colors to cozy features and year-round functionality, this fall’s trends make it easier than ever to create a space you’ll love spending time in. If you’re looking for more inspiration and ideas to bring these trends to life, explore the Deckorators Outdoor Living Report.
