Are you looking for amazing deck design ideas? Adding a deck to your backyard can help your outdoor space feel more inviting, and be more practical! Outdoor meals and hosting summertime family get-togethers is made easy when you have a designated space for hanging out. Don’t miss out on our top 7 amazing deck design ideas to inspire your own backyard project! Want to learn more about adding the perfect deck to your yard? Jay Fencing does decks too! Reach out and contact us now.

 

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Deck Design – 7 Amazing Decks To Inspire!

Looking for that perfect deck for your backyard? Decks are in – and there are so many modern and beautiful designs to gain inspiration from! Decks are becoming more elaborate and functional, often with multi-use features built right in. See our top 7 picks below to find out what’s trendy, and see what may work for you and your home!

 

1. Deck & Firepit Combination

Ideal For: Larger backyards or for homeowners who don’t mind their deck taking up a lot of space

This gorgeous, spacious deck from Azek Building Products is more than just a deck! At the bottom tier, it contains a fully functional fire pit! This is perfect for homeowners who long for a ‘cottagey’ feel in their own backyard. The spacious area around the fire pit acts a walkway to the grass. When it’s time to spend your evening by the fire, there’s enough room for the whole family to bring over their comfiest chair or even a warm blanket!

 

2. Dark Wood Deck With Pergola

Ideal For: Any sized deck; great for a south-facing deck

This beautiful dark wood deck stands out even more with the bright white pergola as a centrepiece. Adding a pergola right on to your deck is a great way to get added shade, add flowers and greenery to your deck, and create an inviting space for outdoor dinners and events. Though this deck is a moderate size, it makes great use of its space. It also combines a variety of design elements, including lattice on the bottom, built-in lights on the steps, and wrought iron along the deck’s fence!

 

3. Cozy Covered Deck

Ideal For: The DIY lover; great for southern or western exposure

This awesome deck design takes deck #2 to a whole never level! If you are interested in a covered deck but are on a budget, this fun DIY design takes a regular deck and turns it into a super cozy living space. All you need to do is add a deck overhang or pergola, find your favourite drapes and outdoor lights, and you’ve got yourself a quaint outdoor hideaway. Mix and match furniture and have fun with unique styles! It’s also a great way to keep bugs off your deck.

 

4. Deck By The Pool

 

Ideal For: Backyards with pools, either above or in-ground

Many people think their only options for their pool area is stone or concrete. However, pool decking is becoming more and more popular because it just looks so great! Your backyard may not look like the tropical paradise in the picture above, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up on this style. Building a pool deck may be that backyard reno you’ve been dreaming about for years now.

 

5. Tiered Deck

Ideal For: Uneven or sloped backyards, houses with multiple levels

This tiered deck design showcased by HGTV.com proves just what you can do with a little creativity. Not all backyards are perfectly flat – some have slight or major slopes. In the past, that often deterred homeowners from building a deck they actually liked – or from building a deck at all! However, there are creative ways to get past uneven terrain. This tiered deck is beautifully made and the perfect lookout to watch family and friends splash in the pool. The layered staircase also makes the decline a little less intimidating!

 

6. Deck With Storage

Ideal For: Those who could benefit from a multi-purpose deck and would like extra storage space

If you have a small yard and aren’t sure how everything you want and need will fit – worry not! This great deck design allows for tons of storage space, with a built-in shed right underneath your deck. If you can’t comfortably fit both a deck and shed in your yard, why not make use of all that empty space underneath your deck? This deck design shows that you can have it all, even if it’s done in a less-than-traditional way!

 

7. Built-In Benches

Ideal For: Anyone! May work best with larger or curved decks

As we mentioned above, multi-functional decks with features built right in are trending right now – and this is another great example of how to get the most out of your deck. This awesome deck design is beautiful on its own, with dark wooden slats positioned both vertically and horizontally. However, it’s made even better with built-in flower boxes and a wide bench ideal for hosting on warm summer evenings or cool fall nights!

 

The Benefits of Building a Deck

Decks by Jay Fencing! Click the thumbnail to see a larger version of the image.

So, you aren’t exactly sure if a deck is right for you and your home. Are there benefits to adding a deck to your yard? There are – and it’s more than just the aesthetics! Here are some reasons from sawhorseusa.com as to why building a deck can be a great addition to your backyard!

• Added safety – Decks are a great way to contain children and pets to help keep an eye on them! However, if you have an old deck and are not sure if it’s time to replace it, the answer may be ‘it’s time!’ An old deck can splinter and create other safety concerns for you and your family. Building a new deck can not only modernize your yard but increase safety.
• Increased home value – Adding a deck can actually add value to your home, especially if it is built with high-quality materials by the professionals.
• Aesthetically pleasing – Of course, we can’t skip over the fact that adding a deck to your yard will simply add more aesthetic appeal. Many modern decks focus on aesthetics more than decks of the past, so this is especially true if you aim to build a more modern-style deck!
• Supports a healthier lifestyle – Having a deck generally means you and your family will spend more time outside in your yard instead of sitting in front of your TV all summer long. It also often encourages homeowners to make more homecooked meals – either on the BBQ or cooked indoors and then eaten outside!

Want to learn more about adding a custom-built deck to your yard? Contact the experts at Jay Fencing to learn more!

 

DIY vs Professional Installation

You’ve decided on the perfect deck for you, but you’re stuck between DIY installation and calling in the professionals. Which one is right for you? There are pros and cons to both.

DIY Deck Building

For DIY installation, you have full control over every aspect of the project. From the tools you use, the materials you choose, and the deck design – it’s all up to you. Wondering what a DIY deck build looks like? Check out the video below.

 

 

It’s easy to add custom features. It’s also possible to work at your own pace and finish the project as quickly (or slowly) as you choose. Many homeowners even enjoy DIY projects and see it is a fulfilling hobby. Of course, DIY installation is also less expensive upfront.

However, DIY deck building is certainly not for everyone. The average homeowner does not have all of the tools and materials required to properly build a high-quality fence. Without a professional, you may find yourself stuck without anyone to help you navigate unforeseen problems.

Most homeowners also do not have the know-how and must rely on books or online guides and videos. A poorly built deck won’t stand up in cases of severe weather, and it won’t stand the tests of time either. A poorly built deck can actually make your home harder to sell if it looks dangerous or like it will be too much work to fix.

Though a DIY deck can cost you less upfront because you only pay for supplies and materials and not the labour, if you make a mistake, do not build it properly, or break a Bylaw, you could end up spending significantly more on repairs, maintenance, and from  potentially tearing it down and starting all over.

Professional Installation

When it comes to professional installation, you will be paying more upfront. A high-quality company will charge you a fair price – but if something looks way too good to be true, it most likely is. When working with professional installers, you will also not have as much control over the design and customization.

However, many deck builders allow their customers to give a significant amount of input, so as long as the deck will be structurally sound in the end, any custom features can be added! When you work with professional installers, you can have peace of mind that project will be done well, will comply with any local bylaws, and will last a long time!

Working with professional installers also ensures that you can sit back and relax when the building process takes place! Building a deck can be a strenuous activity, especially if you are not experienced with this level of construction. Pulled muscles, strains, and heat exhaustion can quickly become a reality for the inexperienced handyman. Especially when installing the deck posts. These injuries can result in halted construction – possibly for weeks at a time. When you work with the pros, you won’t have to worry about any of that. Before you know it, your deck will be ready to go!

 

Expertly Install Your New Deck With Jay Fencing!

Call on Jay Fencing to install your new deck now! When you work with a professional fencing company, they can help you decide on the right deck design for you and all of your unique preferences and needs.

Jay Fencing has over 30 years of experience and has completed over 100,000 projects!

They will also know and understand fair pricing, and will only do the highest quality work. Avoid confusion and skip right to the beautifully installed fence of your dreams with Jay Fencing! 

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 “Just a line to let you know that we are very pleased with our new deck with gazebo. I was very impressed by the city inspector’s comment that whoever built the deck takes great pride in their work. Again many thanks.”

– Bob, A Jay Fencing Customer, Read more testimonials here!