Front Porch Pleasures
Double Your Outdoor Living Pleasures Your Front Deck Is More Than an Entryway—It’s a First Impression. Imagine walking out your front door each morning onto a beautifully designed front deck—crafted to welcome, impress, and connect. At DeckTec Outdoor Designs, we believe the front of your home should be as inviting and functional as the back. That’s why we specialize in designing and building front entry decks that turn heads, add value, and make every return home feel like a warm welcome. Too often, the front of a home is overlooked—missing out on an opportunity to elevate curb appeal and[...]
Hot Gift Trends 2024
It all began when I was sixteen years old and my parents told me that I “had the unique ability to choose the perfect gifts” at Christmas. I’ve always loved outdoor living, and prefer it to the indoors to tell you the truth. Luxury additions and upgrades are on the rise, and designers and homeowners are approaching outdoor spaces with the same care as interior design. “I am seeing a big movement towards truly putting as much care and effort into the design of outdoor living spaces as indoor ones,” says Kathy Kuo of Kathy Kuo Home. “Creating an outdoor[...]
Our Little Secret: Interior Painting
Did you know that our DeckTec Deck Service teams didn’t start their careers restoring and refinishing exterior decks? In fact, when recruiting talent, we look for painters. More specifically, we look for ‘interior painters.’ Why interior painters? They are known for their meticulous attention to detail with an eye for even the smallest imperfections. Every stroke and finish inside a home must be flawless. We’ve found that this precision makes them ideal candidates for our team, so this is exactly what we look for when training them in our advanced exterior refinishing and staining techniques. In addition to finishing and[...]
On Deck – Staying Ahead of the Curve
In 1990: The Simpsons first appeared on TV The first GPS for a car was introduced by Pioneer Apartheid was abolished by Nelson Mandela The 2 best-selling singles were: Elton John, Sacrifice & The Righteous Brothers, Unchained Mercy DeckTec started building incredible outdoor living spaces I believe most people’s perception of a deck is a somewhat generic square or rectangular platform off the back of a house - at least when I started DeckTec 35 years ago, that was the case. Having previously been employed in landscaping, sunrooms, and custom cedar homes, all of which featured elements of decks and[...]
Painting the Blues: Interior Painting to Brighten Your Winter Spirit
When the weather turns cold and the days get shorter, it’s easy to feel a little down. But there’s one thing that can brighten up your mood and your home: a fresh coat of paint! DeckTec Outdoor Designs is offering interior painting services during the winter months. Our service crews are comprised of professional painters who are experts in their craft. When the weather is too cold to work outside, we prefer to keep them busy by painting your home’s interior. Here are a few ideas for interior paint jobs that our paint crews can provide: Entire walls: This is[...]
