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Have The Cutest Front Steps in Framingham

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Pinterest and Instagram abound with images of cute front steps. Many of those ideas focus on things you put on your steps, from whimsical planters to lighting, but let’s take a moment to talk about the actual steps. Your front steps serve as the entrance way to your home. Everyone sees them from the road, making them a vital part of your home’s curb appeal. Great front steps are visually appealing, as well as fully functional.

As Framingham custom deck builders, we build a lot of front steps. We strongly recommend having your front steps built using either composite or PVC decking: these green materials are extremely durable, making them suitable for the high traffic area. Choosing composite decking for your front steps means you never have to worry about insect damage – termites, carpenter ants, and other bugs just aren’t interested in this stuff. Added bonus? Composite and PVC front steps resist mold and mildew growth. Good news if anyone has allergies!

Color is a huge consideration when creating your front steps. There are so many options, from the bright and cheerful to traditional subdued shades. Porch and entranceways are an area where many Framingham homeowners are more comfortable with bold color: a small, bright pop of color can attract the eye and put a smile on your visitors’ faces!

From a design perspective, you want front steps that are steady and easy to climb. Wide treads are particularly smart choice for families with small children or anyone with mobility or balance issues. Rails can be installed along the sides as well as down the middle of the staircase. Rails can also be made of PVC or composite to keep your maintenance workload to an absolute minimum: all it takes is a periodic spray from the hose to keep your porch looking great.

 

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.

Why A Custom Deck?

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“When we first started looking at having a deck built, one of my co-workers recommended this guy she worked with,” AnneMarie said. “So I thought fine, we’ll check this guy out and if his prices are reasonable, we’ll go with him.” She shook her head. “The experience wasn’t anything like what I’d expected. I had some ideas in mind that are kind of specific to my family – the outdoor kitchen is important, considering how much entertaining we do – and specific to our property, which slopes at quite an angle. This guy didn’t want to hear any of it. He had some pictures of all the decks he’s built, and they all looked the same to me – same style, same layout, same basic stairs. I knew he wasn’t right for us.”

One of the reasons families choose to have a custom deck built in Framingham is the fact they have specific functionality requirements for their deck. They want to use their outdoor living space for a reason, whether that’s cooking and entertaining, relaxing, exercising, watching small children, or creating artwork. Someone who is serious about painting outdoors is going to want a very different space than someone who needs to keep three toddlers contained and content.

Another reason families choose custom decks is because they don’t want their house to look like everyone else’s house. Framingham is a special neighborhood in the blend of architectural styles found here. There are older homes side by side with newer construction; a knowing eye can see which homes were built at the same time by the same builder. When your home’s appearance is important to you and you want your home to stand out in a good way, choosing a custom deck is the only way to go. Designed and crafted to complement your home’s aesthetic, a custom deck is truly one of a kind.