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Building

DIY Patio Table Building Guide

Our DIY guide will show you how to build an outdoor table to entertain guests and make the most out of your deck or patio. Learn more with Decks.com.

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Outdoor Ideas

7 Outdoor Storage Ideas & Tips

Free up valuable space in your home with outdoor storage options. Find unique ideas for outdoor storage as well as some tips for organizing at Decks.com.

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Luxurious, enclosed outdoor shower design

Outdoor Ideas

6 of the Best DIY Outdoor Shower Ideas

Outdoor showers are perfect for cleaning off after the beach or pool. Here are some of our favorite DIY outdoor shower ideas. Find inspiration at Decks.com.

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Outdoor Ideas

9 Best Outdoor Deck Furniture Design Ideas

Make your deck the place to be this year. Find unique outdoor furniture ideas for decks of all sizes and transform your backyard into an outdoor living room.

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Small outdoor kitchen with a grill and seating for three

Outdoor Ideas

Best Outdoor Kitchen Design Ideas For 2020

Make your backyard kitchen the place to be this year. Find unique outdoor kitchen ideas for summer BBQs, grilling, and outdoor parties at decks.com.

Outdoor dining room with a beautiful ocean view

Outdoor Ideas

Best Outdoor Dining Room Ideas For 2020

Create the perfect outdoor dining space for you and your guests. Make the most of your deck or patio with our list of outdoor dining area ideas and pictures.

Lighting

Best Outdoor Deck Lighting Ideas

Illuminate the night with our deck lighting ideas for your outdoor space, from string and solar lights to pool lighting. Find inspiration at Decks.com.

Fencing

Composite Fencing: Reviews & DIY Installation Overview

Are you considering installing a composite fence? Learn more about composite fencing, as well as how to install a composite fence yourself, at Decks.com.

Water Drainage Systems

Best Under Deck Drainage Systems

What to look for in a deck drainage system

Decks Hot Tub Deck

Outdoor Ideas

Hot Tub Deck

Hot tub or spa decks should always be "overbuilt". The average 8' x 8' hot tub weighs over 5,000 lbs when filled with water and people.

Under deck storage.

Benches, Planters & Skirting

Installing Composite Deck Skirting and Fascia

Skirting can be an attractive feature that can be added to any low-level deck.

Balcony Deck

Lighting

How to Install Recessed Stair Lighting

Step-by-step instructions for how to install low-voltage lights on your deck stair risers.

We sell a variety of post cap lights.

Lighting

How to Install Deck Post Cap Lights

Follow our step-by-step instructions to install low-voltage post cap lighting.

We sell a variety of post cap lights.

Lighting

How to Install Solar Deck Lights on Post Caps, Railings & More

Compare the pros and cons of solar deck lights vs. low-voltage deck lighting.

LED Deck Lighting

Lighting

LED vs Incandescent Light Bulbs: Which is Better?

Learn about the advantages of using LED lights over incandescent light bulbs for low-voltage deck lighting.

Needle Nose Pliers

Lighting

How to Install Low Voltage Deck Lighting

Step-by-step instructions on how to install low-voltage post cap lights. Learn about cutting a groove to hide your wiring.

Oval Pool Deck

Outdoor Ideas

Pool Deck

Building an above ground pool deck can be challenging because most pools are round or oval shaped.

Water Drainage Systems

How to Install Under Deck Drainage Systems

Water drainage systems allow you to comfortably use the space under a high deck.

Pergola

Arbors & Pergolas

How to Build a Pergola on a Deck

Learn how to build a wood pergola shade feature over your deck.

Arbor

Arbors & Pergolas

How to Build an Awning or Arbor for Your Deck

Learn how to build a shade feature called an arbor along your deck railing. You can even hang flower pots from the rafters.

Planter Box

Benches, Planters & Skirting

How to Build Deck Planter Boxes

Learn how to build planter boxes to display flowers on your deck that will look nice and hold up well for many years.

Benches, Planters & Skirting

How to Build a Built-in Deck Bench

Adding built-in benches can save a lot of space on your deck and give your guests a comfortable place to sit. Learn how to easily build a bench with Decks.com.

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