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To welcome summer every new year, you may want to extend your living space by building a backyard deck. There are many ways to choose if you want to customize your backyard deck so you can match your needs and preference design. You need to search for some ideas before you start to build the backyard deck that you think best for you. In this article, you are going to be inspired by more ideas to customize your backyard deck.
As usual, this list is compiled for you by Simphome.com and Tavernierspa. You’ll find see exported images from Tavernierspa after point number 10th. Enjoy!
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1. Checkerboard Floor | Hometalk
If you think that your backyard deck is boring, why not add some colors? Pick a color or paint the deck floor in a pattern. A checkerboard pattern can be a brilliant idea. Using exterior paint to give your plain deck color or pattern with give the plain and boring and plain deck become more alive.
Put a cafe table and two chairs with cushions to make a place to relax and enjoy some afternoon tea. You can also put greens to freshen up the place or herbs and you have a mini supply for your kitchen.
2. Put color and as well as Protection on the Wood | Thisoldhouse
When the spring comes and then summer is in your door, it is the right time to fix and redecorate the backyard deck that has been facing the harsh winter. Without renewing the outer protection, it is almost impossible for woodwork like your backyard deck to survive for a good period of time. Sun rays, water and other elements of nature can become enemies to the wood as it can slowly rotting the wood and cause it to decay. The use of paint or exterior stain can help you make your backyard deck more colorful and alive as well as put protection against nature.
3. Add a Pergola | Thisoldhouse
If you do not have any idea where to go or simply no budget for summer vacation, spending time in your backyard is always a good option if you have a spot where you can get sunlight freely. Try to put a pergola in your backyard deck. Pergola function as a shield for strong sun rays but still allow you to enjoy some light. By installing a pergola, you can spend summer without having to go anywhere, it is also sweet to have coffee with your family or friends under the pergola in the afternoon.
Also read: 12 Awesome Ideas How to Build Unique Backyard Pergolas
4. Latticework Installation | Thisoldhouse | Apexext
5. Border for the Bench | Thisoldhouse
When you have a low deck in your backyard, there is no need to build a railing. You can make a bench around it. While it is useful for seating it also will provide enclosure sense around the deck. The bench around the deck is enough for many people to sit, therefore it is the perfect place for you to gather with your friends and family on the weekends.
6. A Green Wall Project Idea | Myplantconnection | Hna-design
Putting some green walls around the backyard deck is a brilliant solution for you since it provides you private space and all other green benefits. By putting green walls you can reduce the heat, especially if you live in an urban area it can also decrease the smog. So by installing a green wall, you are cooling down the area around it, makes it even more comfortable space for you to spend time. However, you need to keep in mind that green walls that using real plants need maintenance as if you are having a garden. It needs watering, fertilizer and constant treatment to keep it nice and alive.
Also read: 10+ Ways on How to Improve Your Backyard Privacy.
7. Plant Fence | Thisoldhouse
A low backyard deck can be completed with a fence made of plants to create borders as well as a green area with all its benefits for your backyard area. Plants with flowers will create a beautiful view, while herbs can be beneficial for your kitchen.
Also read: 10 Unique and Unusual DIY Vegetable Garden Ideas
8. Deck Garden with Plant Containers | Hometalk | Apexext
Putting containers full of plants and spread it all over the backyard deck can add garden feeling to your backyard. It is perfect for you who not wanting to wait long enough for the green walls or plant fence to grow. Pick the plants that can stay alive even in drought, this will reduce the effort in maintenance.
9. Make use of the Trees | Thisoldhouse | Heiancup
The trees have a lot of functions while serving as an oxygen supplier, shade when it is too hot and it can also act as support for your pergola. Build your deck in the middle of big trees and on top of it put the pergola using the trees as supports. Provide room tables with some seats around it, you can use the spot for lunch together with friends and families.
10. Space below the Upper Deck | Wahoodecks
If you live in a house with a high deck or a balcony, there must be a space below it. You can make use of that space by putting seats and create a comfortable seating area. The upper deck or the balcony can act as shade to space below, making space a good place to rest and relax without getting stung by the harsh sun rays in the summer. Provide stairs linking the upper deck to space below to make it easy to access from one deck to another.
Also read: 20+ Cool Initiatives of How to Makeover Small Backyard Shed Ideas
There are many more ideas to improve your backyard deck. All you need to do is find the right one to inspire you that suits your needs and preferred design. If you already have the deck then you need to make changes to avoid boredom and to make the place more fun. If you are still planning to build one, make sure that the design you have is suitable for the size of your backyard.
Relevant Video And Relevant Lists:
Video from: 10 Simple Backyard Deck Ideas
and 30 Cheap Ideas How to Makeover Backyard Deck
Bonus Updates:
Next, you are going to find few relevant images I exported from Tavenierspa.
Bonus Updates Sources:
Tmkconstructionusa.com
Blog.homedepot.com
Youtube.com
Airtitehomeproducts.com
Pinterest.com
Decks.com
Totallandscapecare.com
