fence privacy

Increasing fence privacy

How to Make a Fence Taller for Privacy? When constructing fences, a fence topper for privacy becomes a key factor to consider in landscape architecture. There is a lot to like about being able to enjoy your outdoor space without feeling exposed to nosy neighbors. It's time to look at measures to improve the privacy [...]

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Tools and Materials for Decks

Best Deck Material Options for 2023 Have you decided to build a new deck on your property or want to transform an old one? Then you need to do some serious research on deck building materials and tools. This is very important because the choice of materials will affect the durability, difficulty in maintenance and [...]

deck plans

Analyzing a Base Map

Deck Plans & Deck Designs Designing the ideal deck for your property is an exciting and rewarding venture. A well-crafted deck enhances your outdoor living space, providing a place to relax, entertain, and enjoy the beauty of nature. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore various decks plans and porch decks designs to help you [...]

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Various Plants on a Deck

How to Create a Deck with Plants? With the judicious use of plants and containers, a well-designed deck with planter may be converted into a lively and welcoming outdoor paradise. Integrating plants into your deck's design may make it come to life and address a variety of design issues, whether you want a lush green [...]

Size and Shape Of Your Future Deck

How to Choose Deck Size & Shape? In this post, we'll walk you through selecting the ideal size and design for your entryway deck while taking utility, neighborhood rules, and property features into account. Discover types of decks that are appropriate for outdoor living spaces in various backyard settings as you explore diverse deck shapes, [...]

Putting Deck Plans on Paper

You’ve pondered your deck’s function and style, and you’ve chosen the materials you’ll use to build it. Before you bring out the shovels and levels, however, it’s important to refine your plan, to clarify and map out precisely where all the final elements will go. ”I spent a lot of time looking for someone to [...]

Deck Access

No matter how complete you make your landscape design, you won’t use even the most luxurious deck if you can’t see it from the inside, if you don’t provide an easy way to get to it, and if its uses conflict with the uses of the adjacent interior room. These factors—visual access, actual access, and [...]

Lumber for Decks

Pound for pound, wood is almost as strong as steel. Its warm, natural beauty and remarkable workability make it ideal for decks and other outdoor structures. The uses of lumber are endless. It can be used to add privacy screens and planters, create ornate railings, build ornamental trellises for climbing plants, or ease the transition between one [...]

Laying Out Deck Site

Whether you start the layout of your deck with a ledger or are expanding an old deck from an existing framing member, the next step is laying out the site for footings and post locations. Here’s how to get things right. ”We are extremely pleased with the railings you installed. The design goes perfectly with the style [...]

Installing The Ballusters

Purchase ready-cut balusters or make your own from 2x2s. You may want to angle-cut one or both ends on the outside faces. Determine where you will drive the fasteners. Set a group of balusters side by side. Use a framing square to mark fastener positions, and drill pilot holes. ”From the very first telephone conversation with Yevgeniy, [...]