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Metrowest Home: Creative Decks Boost Curb Appeal

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If you’ve ever watched HGTV, you’ve heard about curb appeal. Curb appeal refers to how your home looks to people passing by. The more attractive your home is, the greater the curb appeal. Just as society judges people by their appearance, they assess real estate, especially in pricey markets like Massachusetts’ Metrowest area. The nicer looking you are, the more people like you. If the exterior of the home is comparable to a person’s face, a creative deck is like a winning smile.

Deck design has definitely evolved over the course of time. One of the most important innovations has been the introduction on new decking materials, including PVC decking and composite decking. Not only are these building materials planet friendly and long lasting, but they come in a variety of colors and finishes that allow the Metrowest homeowner to really flex their creative muscles.

Home experts agree that the best creative deck designs combine smart building principles with personal preferences. This means if a family really loves entertaining and cooking out, their deck design should incorporate enough room for both. Choose a color that complements your home’s exterior. Classic choices are wood look finishes, classic black, and shades of green and rustic reds.

Accessibility is a key component of creative deck design. Some Metrowest decks include wide, broad steps with railings that are great for active families with small children. Ramps are fantastic for anyone with mobility challenges, including those who need a wheelchair accessible deck. Decks must be accessible from inside the home as well. Your Metrowest deck builder can work with you to integrate sliding glass doors, patio doors, or other entranceway options into your plan.

When searching for someone to build your creative deck, ask to see examples of other decks they’ve built. Test their curb appeal for yourself! It’s a good way to find the builder that’s right for you.

Framingham Home: Creative Deck Designs

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One of the things that makes Framingham MA unique is the amount of pride homeowners take in their property’s looks. Curb appeal is a big deal, and lots of families go above and beyond to ensure their homes look attractive and inviting.

Decks are the ornament of a home’s facade. Each home has its own unique style and look. Good deck design complements the look of the home; creative deck design enhances it. By combining solid design principles and construction best practices, we’ve been building some of Framingham’s favorite decks for a while now.  Here’s what we’ve learned local families really love:

  1. A Deck that Lasts – Hands down, Framingham homeowners want to make smart purchases. We have some pretty harsh weather in the region, and wooden decks can be destroyed by the environment in less than ten years. PVC and composite decking is planet friendly, lasts for decades in all kinds of weather conditions, and never needs to be painted or sealed!
  2. A Deck with Space for Everyone – Decks are the ideal place for family and friends to hang out and enjoy each other’s company. There has to be space for everyone to relax comfortably. Your Framingham custom deck builders will help you figure out  how much space you need, and explain different deck styles and configurations that provide that much area.
  3. A Deck that’s Easy to Enjoy – The best custom decks are easy to access from the ground and from within the home. That means well-built porch stairs, secure patio doors, and more. Deck railings provide both style and safety. Families with small children appreciate creative deck designs that make it simple for the kids to be outdoors for safe fun.
  4. A Deck that’s Affordable – Every family has a budget. Working with an experienced custom deck builder means you’ll save time and money. Call us with your questions about custom deck design. We’d be happy to help!

A is for Awesome Decks!

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One of the top reasons Framingham families decide it’s time to add a deck to the house is that they’re looking for somewhere for everyone to gather and have fun. Kids need fresh air and sunshine. There’s only so  much time you can spend staring at a screen. Gathering on an awesome deck to play together, enjoy conversation, or simply share a snack is an important part of building lasting family relationships.

The most awesome decks in Framingham MA are those that require no maintenance. You want to enjoy your deck, not spend weekends sanding, painting, and sealing it! That’s why composite decking and PVC decking are top choices for today’s busy families. They look like wood without requiring all of the work. Choose any color you’d like – and don’t worry about the weather. If we get the traditional Framingham heavy snows – no problem! Hot sweltering summer? No problem! The warping, cracks, and splits that happen with wooden decking aren’t as issue when you have a composite deck.

Kids like bugs, but insects aren’t awesome when they’re chewing up your deck! One great advantage of choosing a composite deck is the insect resistance. Termites and carpenter ants aren’t interested in PVC decking either. There’s simply nothing for them to eat, and so these pesky bugs look somewhere else for their tasty snack. As an added bonus, both composite and PVC decking resist mold and mildew growth in a way a wooden deck can not: if your children or family members have allergies or vulnerable respiratory systems, you’ll appreciate the peace of mind that comes with knowing you never have to worry about mold growing on the deck!

Finally, awesome decks in Framingham MA are affordable. We pay top dollar for our homes locally. Adding a deck shouldn’t require adding a ton of debt to your list of things to worry about. When you consider the amount of family enjoyment derived from being together on the deck to the relatively minimal cost, the decision makes itself: 2017 is the year to add an amazing deck!

Make 2017 The Year of the Deck

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Happy New Year! Please accept our warmest wishes for a happy, healthy New Year, full of happiness, joy and time spent with your favorite people.

We are encouraging everyone we know to make 2017 the year of the deck. What does that mean? Well, time spend on decks is generally good time in people’s lives. Whether that’s a quiet moment in the morning, enjoying a cup of coffee while you watch the sun come up, or a very late night kiss under the stars, a great deck can be the setting for some truly special moments.

Decks are tailor made for family fun. Need a place for everyone to gather for a marathon session of Uno or Cards Against Humanity? Head for the deck. Some of the most important conversations families have need an informal setting, away from smartphones and other distractions. Having comfortable seating built into your custom deck or patio provides a place for you to comfortably hang out and be with your teenager or other children in a no-pressure environment.

We learned in 2016 how important it is to spend time with the people we care about. Life can change in an instant. It’s important to actively create positive memories with people. Patios and decks are a great place to have barbecues, share lemonade, or host other impromptu gatherings. An attractive deck is also a great setting for photo shoots before homecoming dances, proms, weddings, and other important festive occasions. Take lots of pictures of the people you care about in 2017 – you will be glad you did.

A great deck also allows for some quality alone time. Sometimes you just need to curl up with a good book or enjoy time with your own thoughts. In the South Shore, many people use their decks to practice yoga or tai chi: a great way to revitalize the body and spirit. Make your deck amazing, and 2017 will turn out the same way.

Cozy, Inviting Decks: The 2017 Must Have Framingham Home Feature

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As 2016 draws to a close, design experts are agreed on one thing. Making one’s home a cozy, comfortable retreat is going to be the top decorating trend. The New York Times is reporting on the rise of Hygge, the Dutch lifestyle that centers on creating snuggly places to relax with friends and enjoy good books. Pantone has chosen Greenery as their 2017 color of the year – a shade they describe as nature’s neutral, this light green shade evokes foliage, shrubbery, grass and good times.

Let’s talk about how these two trends impact custom deck design in Framingham. Deck gardens are one of our go-to strategies for creating private, green spaces for the home. Built in planters can be equipped with trellis that support climbing plants. Whether you choose beautiful roses, a leafy ivy, or even edible goodies like tomatoes to grow there, the result is a cool, effective visual screen in today’s trendiest color – greenery!

Do you really love green? Both composite decking and PVC decking come in green, as well as a variety of other colors and natural wood look. Color has a huge impact on how inviting and cozy your deck looks. Homeowners have so much freedom to make aesthetic choices that reflect the impression they want to give the world. From casual and family friendly to traditional and formal, the choice in decking material makes a huge impact in the appearance of your custom deck in Framingham. Another way to think about green is in terms of impact of your deck on the environment: PVC and composite decking is designed to be sustainable and earth friendly!

The way you accessorize your custom deck also impacts how cozy it is. Choose furniture that looks comfortable to spend time in; keep throws nearby for chillier evenings. Worried about rain? Stow your throws in small plastic totes: they’re weatherproof and available in a range of colors to complement your decor.

Want 2017 to Be Better than 2016? Upgrade Your Deck

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For many people, 2016 was a remarkably long, stressful year. If you’re looking for a tangible way to improve your family’s everyday quality of life in 2017, try focusing your attention on your deck.

Decks occupy a unique space in the American home. They span the distance between indoor and outdoor living, providing a platform for seating, cooking, dining, and play. The deck is where friends can gather for meaningful conversations over barbecue; it’s where parents can watch children playing in their yard; it’s where lovers can stand, late at night, gaze up at the stars, and dream of a better tomorrow. All of these things are vitally necessary: is your deck up to the challenge of supporting it all?

Here is Western Massachusetts, decks have a rough time. They’re exposed to all kinds of weather, throughout brutally dry, hot summers, freezing cold winters, and soaking wet springs. If you’re near the coast, your deck is also exposed to the salty ocean air. These elements can over time deteriorate the condition of wooden decks. One of the most popular deck upgrades locally is to choose a PVC deck or composite deck: while each option gives the homeowner the appearance of wood, the decking material is much more durable and long lasting.

One nice thing about PVC decking and composite decking is the fact that far less maintenance is required. If you’ve had enough of sanding, staining, and sealing your wooden deck, you can get your valuable weekend time back with a deck upgrade in Framingham, MA. Other popular deck upgrades include making the deck larger, so it can accommodate more people, as well as built in seating. 

Stressful years are going to happen. Staying connected with family and friends is important. Decks give us an attractive gathering place to live our lives and foster those meaningful connections.