James Moylan

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Stainless Steel Outdoor Cabinet Maintenance Tips

Posted in: outdoor living, outdoor kitchens, outdoor living spaces, Danver cabinets, outdoor kitchen cabinets, Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens, Danver cabinets in Maryland, Danver cabinets in Virginia

James Moylan

Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Danver stainless outdoor kitchens Hampton picture Photo Credit to Danver Cabinets

Stainless steel outdoor cabinets require minimal upkeep to maintain their appearance and durability. Whether you're in Montgomery County, MD or Fairfax County, VA, the DMV's humid summers and freeze-thaw winters demand specific maintenance strategies. This guide covers essential cleaning techniques, weatherproofing practices, and climate-specific care tips to keep your outdoor kitchen cabinets looking pristine year-round.

Best Materials for Contemporary Decks

Posted in: Decks in Maryland, Screen Porch Tips, Screen Porch Questions, Decks in Virginia, Deck Building Tips, Deck Building Questions, Deck Products, deck builders

James Moylan

Tuesday, September 08, 2015

Modern home with wooden deck

Composite decking, aluminum railings, and steel framing define contemporary deck materials across Montgomery County MD and Fairfax County VA. These premium choices deliver low-maintenance performance with modern aesthetics that elevate outdoor living spaces. Design Builders selects contemporary deck materials based on durability, visual impact, and long-term value—ensuring your investment stands out in the DMV's competitive luxury outdoor market.

Average Cost of a High‑Quality Screened Porch

Posted in: Screen Porch in Northern Virginia, Decks in Maryland, Screen Porch, Screen Porch Tips, Screen Porch Questions, Decks in Virginia, Screen Porch in Maryland

James Moylan

Friday, September 04, 2015

Pressure-treated wood deck in Maryland backyard 

A premium screened porch in Montgomery County MD typically costs between $15,000–$40,000+, depending on size, materials, and custom features. Factors like screen type, roofing, foundation, and integrated amenities significantly impact your total investment. This guide breaks down pricing for high-quality screened porches across the Washington DC region to help you budget accurately.

Why Can Screened Porches Cost a Lot of Money?

Posted in: Screen Porch in Northern Virginia, Screen Porch, Screen Porch Tips, Screen Porch Questions, Screen Porch Screens, Screen Porch in Maryland, Screen-Porch Design Tips, retractable screen porch, Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens, Brown Jordan Outdoor Cabinets, screen porch products, Screened Porch in Virginia, SCREENEZE, SCREENEZE screening system, Motorized Porch Screens, Motorized Outdoor Screening Systems, Automatic Porch Screens, cooking outdoors, kitchen appliances

James Moylan

Wednesday, August 19, 2015

white-trimmed raised porch with gable roof in montgomery county, maryland

Why screened rooms can cost more money than you think

As with anything, home-improvement projects vary greatly in cost. However, as a general rule, you get what you pay for. That is, if a high-end, high-quality screen porch is what you want, you will need to pay for the correspondingly high-quality materials and labor.

If you’re seriously thinking about adding a screen porch, deck, or other outdoor living space to your home, consider the following factors that can affect the final price. That way, you won’t be surprised either way about the total when it comes time to actually get quotes and build.

Best Materials to Use for a Modern Deck in Maryland or Virginia

Posted in: Deck Building Tips, Deck Building Questions, Deck Tips, Deck Design, deck questions

James Moylan

Monday, August 03, 2015

best decking materials Bethesda

A high-quality, modern deck starts with a design concept, but to realize that design to the fullest, you need to use the best materials available. High-quality materials become especially important in modern decks where there is a particular stylistic goal. In that case materials not only provide quality, but they help craft a very specific look as well.