This diy deck is a gorgeous addition to alexi politis backyard.
Building back deck ideas.
This series of videos and step by step instructions breaks building a wood or composite deck into manageable parts.
This guide covers how to build a ground level platform as well as a single story raised deck.
Build a vine covered pergola in your backyard to shade a stone patio or wood deck using wood beams and lattice set on precast classical style columns.
Learn how to create deck designs and how to build a deck.
Create a place to entertain or simply relax.
It can also be a demanding job so carefully plan the amount of decking you ll need and enlist any helping hands that you can.
Alexi had no specialized skills for building a deck but she s a fearless diyer and she produced this simple and sturdy deck without spending a lot of money.
We ll also give you ideas for furnishing and decorating your new deck.
Alexi blogs about diy projects design and entertaining at seeking alexi she created this simple deck to help make her backyard the perfect place for outdoor entertaining.
The dappled sunlight created by the overhead latticework creates a cool relaxing environment perfect for backyard entertaining like standing in the shade of a tree on a hot summer day.
The deck made from ipe wood acts as extensions of the living areas a private outdoor retreat and a graceful 3 step transition to the garden.
In reality do it yourself deck building is a slow process involving hundreds of pounds of lumber and concrete.
Building a full service deck with all of the bells and whistles may look simple when it s shown on fast forward on a home show.