How to Make Your Deck Last a Lifetime

When you invest a lot of time and money into a beautiful, custom outdoor living space, you want to know it’s going to last a long time. Unfortunately, the elements that Mother Nature throws at us here in Colorado are more than some decks can handle. From 300 days of bright sunshine a year to deep winter snowfall and early summer hailstorms, there are a lot of natural elements for your outdoor living space to contend with. […]

A Deck Can Boost Your Home’s Value (If You Follow These Rules)

There are so many perks to building an outdoor living space for your home, it’s hard to know where to start! For starters, you get a relaxing home extension that will provide endless entertainment for friends and family. […]

By |February 13th, 2020|Categories: Blog, Deck Design Tips & Trends, DeckTec News & Updates, Outdoor Living|3 Comments

Why You Need to Start Planning Your Summer Deck Project Now

Here in Colorado, winter is a wonder to behold. After a sunny day on the slopes, you can cozy up under a starry night by the fire. But as beautiful as winter is on the Front Range, that doesn’t mean we don’t dream of summer afternoons when we look outside, wishing for a warm evening to barbeque and enjoy drinks with our friends on the deck. […]

By |January 29th, 2020|Categories: Blog, Concepts, Deck Design Tips & Trends, DeckTec News & Updates, Life On Deck|1 Comment

Meet Our Hardy Hardwoods: Mahogany and Ipe

With decks such an important space in today’s homes, it makes sense for quality-conscious homeowners to seek out premium materials to enhance the appeal and durability of their outdoor living additions. Clients are rediscovering the unique qualities and value of certain tropical hardwoods like red balau mahogany and ipe (pronounced “ee-pay”). In addition to the rich, natural beauty, longevity and scratch resistance of these hardwoods, Colorado’s increasing frequency and severity of hail storms make ipe and mahogany great choices. There can be a lot of confusion about the names of these materials. Like cedar, pine and other types of wood,[...]

By |June 24th, 2019|Categories: Blog, Deck Design Tips & Trends, DeckTec News & Updates, Ipe, Mahogany|2 Comments
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