Posted 11/30/2019 by Jase DeBoer
While it’s easy to see the benefits of outdoor lighting, choosing the right lighting for your backyard or front porch may pose more of a challenge. There are three basic layers of lighting - ambient, task, accent - each with a specific function.
We're shining some light on ways to incorporate each layer of lighting to enhance the functionality, safety and overall aesthetic of your deck into the evening hours.
1. Ambient Lighting, commonly known as “general lighting,” provides a...
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Posted 10/31/2019 by Jase DeBoer
Create an outdoor space that your family and friends will rave about in 2020! The best way to boost outdoor appeal is to keep an eye out for up-and-coming outdoor design trends. Start planning your future deck build or renovations by keeping in mind these five deck trends you’ll see in 2020.
Natural Wood Elements
In recent years, cool gray tones were the popular choice for decking. While outdoor spaces are still leaning toward neutral colors and earthy tones, we’re seeing an uptick ...
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Posted 09/25/2019 by Jase DeBoer
A front porch is the first impression of your home for neighbors, guests and, if you’re in the market for selling, potential home buyers. The porch space is the perfect opportunity to create an inviting environment. The possibilities are endless when it comes to ways to give your home a boost in curb appeal that will be sure to impress anyone who passes by.
Create a Statement
Don’t be afraid to go bold and create a statement with your front door. Your front door can easily represent...
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Posted 08/29/2019 by Jase DeBoer
Let's take a look at some of our Certified Pro deck builds and see how they created customized outdoor spaces for their customers that are beyond ordinary.
1. Bench Border
Building a bench around the perimeter of your deck is a great way to add additional built-in seating. Certified Pro John Deagle from Tara Hill Construction nailed this project by creating a wraparound bench that is both visually appealing and functional.
Deck built by Tara Hill Construction from Calgary, AB.
2. Sh...
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Posted 07/24/2019 by Jase DeBoer
You may be thinking it's too late for updates to your deck, or maybe you currently don’t have the time to take on any big outdoor projects. Rest assured, there are other ways to bring your space back to life with these four quick and easy deck updates.
Define Your Space
Before you can do anything to your deck, create an open space for a fresh start. Remove everything that’s currently on your deck and give yourself a clean foundation to work with.
If you need to wash your deck, we re...
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