Pergola Ideas for Revamping Your Deck

You’re stretched out in a hammock or along a cushioned chaise lounge enjoying a breezy summer afternoon on your deck. After half-an-hour, however, you flip over in frustration as your skin reddens and you start sweating more than you anticipated. You thought furnishing a cozy retreat on your deck was a smart idea, but you’re beginning to understand your biggest mistake: you didn’t incorporate any … Continue reading Pergola Ideas for Revamping Your Deck

Curating a Deck You’ll Want to Entertain On All Summer

The grill is fired up. You take the plastic cover off of the pool, and turn on a radio station that makes your children groan. After a quick music adjustment, your backyard has transformed into party central. This summer is going to be something special. Hosting the ultimate summer bash twelve weekends in a row is not a tall order if you have plenty of … Continue reading Curating a Deck You’ll Want to Entertain On All Summer

Finding Your Deck Furniture Style

When you are furnishing a deck or undertaking a full-blown remodeling project, there are many practical considerations that demand your attention, from the decking material to the climate considerations. What materials will withstand heavy rains, low temperatures, and considerable snow? What size deck can you build based on the current cost of labor and materials? Amid the logistical madness, don’t lose sight of the finish … Continue reading Finding Your Deck Furniture Style

Restoring an Old Deck: New Furniture, New Look

The slowly crumbling deck that came with your new home remains neglected, only populated with an aging plastic chair and a mismatched end table. Whether you keep it at the bottom of your to-do list or simply don’t know where to begin with your deck restoration, Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ has you covered. To fully utilize your outdoor spaces, you just need some inspiration. Here are … Continue reading Restoring an Old Deck: New Furniture, New Look

Deck Ideas for Regions With Intense Weather

Designing your perfect living room or main bedroom is difficult enough—when you undertake an outdoor living room, patio, or deck remodeling you also have to combat the elements to find the perfect balance between fashionable and functional. Families lucky enough to live in moderate climates with little rainfall and mild temperatures can get away with grabbing a wicker chair from inside and placing it on … Continue reading Deck Ideas for Regions With Intense Weather

How a Deck Can Impact Your Home’s Resale Value

Many home renovation projects can seem daunting, like adding a new bathroom or remodeling your kitchen. One of the most appealing home renovation projects is adding a brand new deck or improving an aging deck to provide the perfect setting for an afternoon barbecue or an evening of relaxation with the family. Did you also know that, with a few caveats, building a deck could … Continue reading How a Deck Can Impact Your Home’s Resale Value

Deck Ideas for Small Yards

Any backyard space is suitable for a lively entertaining area, fine outdoor dining, or a mixture of fun and fashionable decorative elements. Decks for small yards aren’t limited by their size — you simply have to be more selective with your vision and choose one to two functions for your deck. Follow our guide and bring your outdoor space to life with our backyard deck … Continue reading Deck Ideas for Small Yards

Deck Design Ideas

A remodeled or brand-new deck presents endless possibility. Do you go for ultra-modern pieces and clean lines to create an upscale, contemporary space? Or lean into rustic, relaxed furniture choices to cultivate a haven of relaxation and entertainment? All outdoor deck ideas should marry function and practicality with fun and form. Before you dive into planning the details of your deck and reading our top … Continue reading Deck Design Ideas

Material Matters in Decking and Deck Furniture

Constructing or remodeling a deck is a large scale project that, if executed properly, can transform any outdoor space into a cooking, dining, and relaxation retreat fit for royalty. Before you dive too deep into deck design ideas you must make some fundamental and important decisions. Namely: what material(s) will you use for your decking material and deck furniture? Aesthetic appeal and color choices may … Continue reading Material Matters in Decking and Deck Furniture

How to Buy Outdoor Benches, Swings, and Gliders

Outdoor experiences are better when shared. To create an already great foundation for when friends and family arrive, you’ll want seating that can accommodate everyone comfortably.  Swings and gliders add a new dimension to traditional outdoor seating, providing a soothing motion that will have little ones laughing and furry friends snoozing with equal enjoyment. For a no-frills seating option, budget-friendly benches make space for multiple … Continue reading How to Buy Outdoor Benches, Swings, and Gliders