THINGS YOU

SHOULD KNOW

BEFORE YOU BUILD

A DECK OR PATIO

A deck should complement

the structure of the house,

and not overwhelm it.

It is nice to keep it simple, so it does not “overshadow” the beauty of your home.

Points for discussion would be

the materials to be used, the

railings, and also the location.

LOCATION.Is it to be built on the spot where the sun rises or sets?

The shades, the rain and snow are also considered.

MATERIALS.Usually, wood is used for decks. Most popular choices

are redwood, cypress and cedar for the reason that they are weather-resistant.

Treated wood, which contains preservatives, may also

be used.

MATERIALS.

RAILINGS.They are the safety features of the deck.

As for the safety considerations, the railings are not the

only element to think of, but also the weight capacity.

RAILINGS.