This time last year, we knew we were going to start building a small, ground-level, deck once the ground thawed. Also this time last year, I built the deck about 100 times in my head. I don’t know about everyone else’s processes, but before starting a big project, I tend to do it many times…
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Deck Preparations
Recently, we tested the soil and found it suitable for leveling the yard. We spread piles of soil, resulting in a more even ground, and removed an irrigation line for deck construction. Plans are underway for a 13′ x 16′ deck, complemented by a gazebo and flower beds, aiming for completion before summer heat.
More Landscaping
Though we are definitely on the tail end of the landscaping to the backyard, there is still a bit to go before we get to just enjoy maintaining the yard. The terracing and building of rock walls was by far the biggest part of our landscaping adventure, but now we want to be able to…
Decked Out
The day had finally arrived to have the Duradek put down. After a gruelling and hot weekend, I was looking forward to having an ice-cold beverage on my new deck. Unfortunately, it wasn’t meant to be for that day. The deck company came for about 15 minutes then got pulled away to an emergency job….
So you want to be a deck builder.
Day 2 of the deck was much better than the first day. A big part of that was because I had K and my dad working with me so it was much easier and any doubts I had were eased by my dad who had experience with redoing a deck. The only downside was the…
Spongy Softness
The view from our living room and deck was one of the major perks of our house when we bought it. We are not right on the river, but we are just above the houses that are, so we have a beautiful view of the river and the trees that line the far-side of the…
JK Building The Dream 