Design Builders MD Blog: Decks in Maryland
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James Moylan
Friday, April 27, 2012
Most people choose to build a deck or screen porch so they can entertain guests, eat meals outside, and gather together as a family. Maybe you’re fine with looking for furniture to fit the deck once the structure has been built. However, we believe it’s a good idea to give some thought to the type of furniture you would like to have on your deck and what activities will be hosted on the deck before you build. You don’t want to be constrained by dimensions that, once built, will be unchangeable.
Posted in: Decks in Maryland
James Moylan
Monday, April 2, 2012
Many homeowners opt to make improvements and upgrades to their home in preparation for selling the property. If you’re planning to move within the next five years, adding usable exterior space will increase your enjoyment of your home now while also enhancing resale value later. While it’s impossible to predict what any potential future owner may like or dislike about the deck or screen room, you can confidently build by opting for a simplistic, middle-of-the-road design.
Posted in: Decks in Maryland
James Moylan
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Spend different times of day outdoors in the exact spot where you plan to construct your deck. Since there is no structure there now and it’s only your imagination creating the vision of a deck, it’s easy to overlook one very crucial consideration – the environment. It’s important to familiarize yourself with your outdoor surroundings before breaking ground. Why? Two main reasons: sun and bugs.
Posted in: Decks in Maryland
James Moylan
Friday, February 10, 2012
Your outdoor living space is all about relaxation. But is it as comfortable as you’d like it to be? Maybe you covet a set of cozy covers for your built-in deck benches, but you just don’t want to spend money on something that will be attacked by sun and precipitation.
Posted in: Decks in Maryland
James Moylan
Monday, February 6, 2012
When it comes to decking materials, there is no longer just plain “lumber.” Your options for selecting a material that will blend with the climate you live in and satisfy the desired look for your deck are many. So let’s take a look at one of them: capstock decking.
Posted in: Decks in Maryland
James Moylan
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Deck railings remain a necessary safety measure, but they can also add unexpected curb appeal to your property. Solid wood, straight lines – you are no longer limited to just one or two options.
Posted in: Decks in Maryland
James Moylan
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Smooth, curved decking can make you feel like you and your outdoor living space are even more in line (no pun intended) with nature. We use a variety of deck materials that feature curves, which means you can have the style and color of decking that you want without being forced into a straight-line deck shape. The only limit is your (and our) imagination.
Posted in: Decks in Maryland
James Moylan
Friday, January 20, 2012
It’s a busy world and we get that. While we enjoy meeting face-to-face with our clients to discuss your hopes for your home and get a good look at the space we’ll be working with, we understand that sometimes it’s impossible to make an in-person meeting work with your chaotic schedule and obligations.
Posted in: Decks in Maryland
James Moylan
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
If you want to add guaranteed value to your home, the smartest way to get the best return on your investment is by building a deck. Done correctly, a deck practically pays for itself and can truly enhance your price point at resale.
Posted in: Decks in Maryland
James Moylan
Monday, January 9, 2012
Reluctant to make any exterior home improvements in this less-than-stable housing market? Don’t be. Even a poor economy can’t disprove the fact that adding a wood deck to your home offers over a 70 percent return on your investment, according to Remodeling Magazine's Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report for 2011-2012. Building a deck is still one of the most worthwhile home improvement projects.
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