Ready to build that new deck? Before you get started, it is important to consider not only what you want your deck to be built out of but how exactly the law needs you to build your deck. Larger decks often face strict regulations at the state, city, and municipality level. Which can, on the […]
Do I Need a Permit to Build a Deck?
For Your Viewing Pleasure: Deck Railings
There’s nothing quite like gazing into nature. We are drawn to the outdoors, even when we’re indoors. That’s why we’re willing to pay a premium for a hotel room “with a view,” and even more so for a home with a view. If you are lucky enough to have a great view in your home, […]
Top 5 Myths About Composite Decking
Anyone in the market for a new deck knows that finding the right material for the job can be difficult. Each option has pros and cons, and everyone has their preference. In the past, wood was the simple choice for decking projects, mostly because there were very few alternatives. That said, it wasn’t the only one. […]
7 Things You Need to Know Before Building a Deck
Ready to Build That Deck? Here Are 7 Things You Should Know First. Looking forward to upcoming barbeques with family and friends on your new deck? There’s only one thing left to do – build the deck! Well, that and buy a new grill, but first things first. Building a new deck can be an […]
Prepare Your Deck for Entertaining
Forget the Halls – Deck Your Deck! The holidays are here again. Holiday music blares from the speakers, holiday parties fill up the schedule, homes and streets are draped in lights and a “chill” is in the air. Of course, a “chill” in Southern California means the temp is hovering somewhere around 60. Not exactly […]
Where Should You Build Your Deck?
A well-designed deck is a great addition to any home. It’s where you entertain guests, bask in the afternoon sun while reading a book, and watch your kids play. For those of us who live in sunny Southern California, a deck is a year-round space – and an absolute must-have. A quality deck can last […]
Landscape Lighting: Tips to Brighten Your Outdoor Space
Let There be Light It’s always sunny in Southern California. When the sun goes down each night, we start to miss it. The night sky is beautiful – especially on a clear evening – but it shades the natural beauty around us. It also makes it difficult to entertain guests outdoors in the dark! Thanks […]
Hold Onto the Rails
Deck railings: They’re beautiful, functional – and sometimes mandatory. If your deck is more than 30” off of the ground, you are required, by law, to add railings that are at least 42” high with gaps no larger than 3” apart in the interior structure, whether they be wooden slats, cables, glass or any other […]
Simple Strategies to Prepare Your Deck for Summer
There’s just something satisfying about lumber. Humans have been using it for shelters, homes, furniture, weapons, tools, fuel and paper throughout the history of civilization. Even though we have developed countless new materials for these purposes, our relationship with wood remains solid (pun intended). Perhaps it’s because wood connects us to the beauty of nature, […]
All Hands on Deck: Considerations for Your New Deck
There are various pre-construction considerations to make before moving forward with your new deck. But let’s focus on the most important (and fun) consideration for building your dream deck – the material. The wood or composite material you choose for your deck design will be its building blocks, its character and an extension of the […]