Ready for spring? Prepare your deck for warmer days with these ideas!
Winter feels like it practically flew by. The holiday season, the frigid cold of January, and the bleakness of February have passed. Before you know it, spring will be on the horizon, with daffodils, crocuses, and tulips emerging throughout central Maryland once again. Are you prepared for spring? If you love spending time outdoors or want to spend more time outside, consider these eight deck design ideas for spring this year.
1. Structural Elements First
Do you have a backyard deck or want one? If you need a deck installation or renovation, you will naturally need to take care of that work before you can get to furnishing and decorating it. Is your deck in order? If you live in greater central Maryland, Freedom Fence and Deck can be your trusted deck contractor.
2. Deck Lighting
If you would like to add safety, security, and evening usability to your deck, Freedom Fence and Deck can also add built-in deck lighting. Deck lights can be recessed into the deck’s perimeter, the deck railing posts, the deck stair risers, or a combination.
3. Built-in Storage Benches
Built-in storage benches are great for creating efficient and functional seating. They can also replace low-elevation deck railings. Their built-in storage allows you to store outdoor gear such as blankets, cushions, lanterns, and much more.
4. Shade and Shelter
Do you prefer to keep your outdoor living space sheltered from the rain and hot sun? You could go with a flexible solution like a retractable awning, or you could choose a covered pergola, a gazebo, a pavilion, or a screened porch. A shelter will make those spring rains even more enjoyable.
5. A Fire Pit
You can safely enjoy a wood-burning or another kind of fire pit on your deck. Whether it is warm or cold, a fire pit creates a social gathering spot where you can chat, stay warm, and toast marshmallows or roast your food of choice.
6. A Fountain
The sound and sight of flowing water is relaxing to many. Consider adding a water feature to your deck this spring to welcome wildlife and create an even more idyllic outdoor living space.
7. An Outdoor Kitchen or Bar
An outdoor kitchen or bar area is perfect for the grilling enthusiast. Food tastes better when cooked on an outdoor grill, and an outdoor kitchen lets you serve everyone in your outdoor dining space.
8. Spring Plants
Nothing says “spring” quite like spring flowers. If you love plants or want to enliven and calm your outdoor living space, built-in deck planters or pots with drainage can help you out.
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