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[...]
Making a Splash Since 1990
In 1991 I was an upstart deck designer, determined to create a new type of deck, not the boring, square platforms that were ubiquitous along the growing Front Range, but a customized and personal outdoor environment. My designs would incorporate multiple levels and different living areas to relax and entertain. They would blend the beauty of landscaping as much as providing a seamless outdoor continuation of the home. Above all, DeckTec decks would redefine outdoor living in Colorado. There was just one problem: no clients. With no clients to vouch for me, convincing homeowners to trust a drastically new way[...]
