Would a Deck Work Best for You? – College Station, Texas

Being a homeowner gives you a strong sense of pride in your home, but your home doesn’t just include your house, it includes your front and back yards as well. It’s important to make your outdoor space feel just as much like home as your indoor space, and a great way to do this is by installing a deck.

There are many benefits to installing a deck. Firstly, it’s a simple addition that can add so much beauty and refinement to your outdoor living area. Second, it’s a very versatile space and can be your go-to grilling area, entertainment space, or personal oasis, all depending on how you decorate it. Speaking of decorations, the possibilities are truly endless when it comes to decorating your deck. You can add a simple seating area or go all out and have a large space to cook and entertain, or cover you deck in lights and plants to give yourself a peaceful place to relax. Finally, adding a deck to your home can increase your property value if you were to sell your home. It’s a simple addition that can make all the difference later on, and rgive you a big return on the investment.

There are a few different types of materials used in decking, and it’s important to choose the best one for you.

• Pressure-Treated Lumber: Pressure-treated wood is used quite commonly all around the country. It’s often made from southern pine, but the wood used can easily vary. It’s resistant to rot, moisture, and insects. It’s also very durable, which is why it’s used so often.
• Tigerwood: Tigerwood comes in a multitude of colors, varying from reddish-browns, to golden-browns, to black, and the striped patterns these colors come in is what gave the wood its name. It’s a hardwood decking material that actually originates from the Central and South Americas. It can last up to 25 years with the right kind of care and maintenance, and since it doesn’t need consistent re-staining and treatments, it’s quite easy to take care of. Tigerwood is durable against various climates and is also resistant to rot like the pressure-treated lumber is.
• Trex Composite: Trex Composite is another common lumber used when it comes to decking. It’s made up of recycled wood, sawdust, and plastic film, so it’s very eco-friendly. When combined, these materials make a wood-plastic composite that’s much studier than regular wood. It’s also stain, fade, mold, mildew, and termite resistant, and won’t rot or crack over time.

Now knowing how great having a deck can be, and a few types of materials you can choose from to build your perfect deck, why don’t you let us get started on the project for you? Fill out the form on our contact page and we will be sure to get back to you soon!