Deck Worthy Recipes: Grilled Jerk Chicken
Nothing says dinner "On Deck" like grilled jerk chicken! Try this deck worthy recipe this weekend. Grilled Jerk Chicken Serves 8 JERK MARINADE 3 scallions, chopped 4 large garlic cloves, chopped 1 small onion, chopped 4-5 fresh habanero chilies, stemmed & seeded ¼ c. fresh lime juice 2 tbsp. soy sauce 3 tbsp. olive oil 1½ tbsp. salt 1 tbsp. packed brown sugar 1 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves 2 tsp. ground allspice 2 tsp. black pepper ¾ tsp. freshly grated nutmeg ½ tsp. cinnamon CHICKEN 4 chicken breast halves with skin and bones, halved crosswise 2½-3 lbs. chicken thighs and[...]
The Future of Outdoor Living Starts with the Right Deck
Homeowners Want More Than a Backyard Upgrade Today’s homeowners are thinking differently about outdoor living. A new deck is no longer just a weekend project or a seasonal luxury. It has become an extension of the home—a place for gathering, relaxing, entertaining, and creating meaningful everyday experiences. That shift is transforming the way homeowners approach deck building and outdoor design. Instead of focusing on isolated features, families are investing in complete outdoor living environments that feel beautiful, function year-round, and add lasting value to the property. At DeckTec, we help homeowners create outdoor spaces that are not only visually stunning,[...]
Are You Ready for Outdoor Living?
When homeowners look out from their family room or kitchen, the view beyond the back windows tells a story. Is the deck a neglected afterthought—or the outdoor oasis it was always meant to be? At DeckTec Outdoor Designs, the goal is always the latter: a space that feels inviting, personal, and alive. For many clients, designing and decorating their outdoor space comes naturally. The DeckTec team is continually inspired by the time and care homeowners invest in making their decks uniquely their own. Thoughtfully selected furniture, carefully placed art pieces, vibrant flowers, and lush greenery transform each project into a[...]
DeckTec’s Picture This: Customer Deck Photo Contest
DeckTec has been creating one-of-a-kind Colorado outdoor living experiences with custom decks, patios, and roof covers for 30 years. For almost that long, Founder and Owner, Steve Sparhawk, has taken particular pride in capturing these works of art in various development stages through his camera lens. With thousands of pictures, DeckTec may have the most expansive collection of deck and patio combinations anywhere. So why do we want your photos? No matter how beautiful your DeckTec deck is, it’s missing YOU. […]
When a Deck Becomes a Room
Whether it’s wood floors, wood furniture or, of course, wood decks and roofs, I’ve always had tremendous appreciation not only for the durability of wood but for the warm, welcoming atmosphere that wood contributes to our living spaces. As I see it, there’s no substitute for the way that wood enhances our sense of home. Wood offers a solid, authentic and earthy feel, with subtle warm tones and natural markings that make each piece as unique as each of our customers. Nothing manufactured or mass-produced can possibly compare with what nature has provided, and that’s why DeckTec relies exclusively on[...]
