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Friday, April 01, 2011
Backyard decks are very much in fashion these days. You can either hire a professional deck builder for this task or can build your own wooden deck by a little planning a research.
In this article, the main focus would be to tell you about some good tips that you can use to design and construct a good wooden deck for your house and the benefits of applying the deck painting tips in Lake Forest on your wooden deck.
If you are building your own wooden deck then you will need a wide variety of tools and equipments to complete this task. Some essential things that you would need are shovel, drill, hammer, circular saw, carpenter’s level, wheelbarrow, and tape measure, caulking gun and safety eyewear.
If you are not hiring a professional constructor or contractor then you have to order your own materials. Always order the exact amount to prevent the wastage of costly materials. You would require caulking compound, joist hangers, lag screws, pre-mixed concrete, gravel, flashing, joist hanger nails, seismic ties, post bases and crushed stone for the construction work. It is very essential for you to choose a deck design and style that would look good with the rest of your house. You can find ideas on home improvement websites operating on the internet. You can also take opinions and ideas from your family members and friends. Looking at other wood decks would also give you a good idea of the deck design you are looking for.
The location of your deck area is something that would greatly affect the whole look of your deck. There are various points that you must consider before selecting a particular area like the direction of sun, wind and other natural element. Sun can really harm the appearance and color of your wooden deck. A good way through which you can protect your deck from sun and water is to apply a good stain, sealer and UV stabilizer paints.
There are various types of wood available in the market that you can choose for your deck, but always keep in mind that the wood should be durable and long lasting. You can select from pine wood, cedar, pressure treated lumber or redwood.
A good location, an attractive design and durable materials can really make your deck area look attractive and enchanting.
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