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If your kids are shopping for fireworks and you find yourself standing in longer and longer lines at the butcher, then that time of year just might be upon us again, it's summer time and party season! It's never too soon to start planning ahead because the only thing that matters in your neighborhood is who throws the biggest bash.
Don't let Bob Jenkins down the block with his built in bandstand and barbeque pit show you up this summer. The key to a great summer party is a great space to throw it in. The biggest baddest parties always have the biggest baddest decks. Summer fun simply goes hand in hand with http://www.signaturecontractors.com/services/Decks-and-Porches/">decks and patios.
There's nothing sadder than a backyard full of brownish crab grass and no place to sit but on top of your ceramic lawn gnome. Ouch! Restoring or building a deck or patio is the beginning of creating a great focal point to entertain outdoors.
The first thing you may need to know is what the heck is the difference between a patio and a deck and what's right for your backyard? Patios are typically stone or concrete slabs laid over a firm base. This is important because a weak base usually results in cracked slabs.
Patios that hold a lot of weight require stronger foundations. This could change the type of patio furniture or equipment you'd want to store on it.
Decks, on the other hand are generally made of wood, often elevated from the ground and connected to the house. Deck surfaces are made from a variety of materials with so many pricing options, depending on size and design. Picking which one will suit your ultimate party needs can be a difficult decision.
Popular choices include pressure treated fir, pine cedar, ipe, redwood, or wood polymer. However, whether it's natural wood, pressure treated, or a composite material, each has its advantages and disadvantages. Remember even pressure treated wood requires some deck maintenance. Make sure to inquire about all the design options from your deck contractor.
Adding the perfect patio or deck is just the start to creating your great summer party. It's all the personal touches that will set yours apart from your neighbors': a built in grill, gazebo, or a hot tub deck (because there ain't no party like a hot tub party). Let's not forget the proper deck furniture.
You can be conservative and refined or use wild, colorful patterns; it's all about matching your deck with your personality. Start sketching out your deck and patio design ideas; be as creative as you want because if you can dream it a certified contractor can build it. With your deck or patio layout in place the only thing that can ruin your summer shindig is a rainy day... and Bob Jenkins, of course!
