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Burke Winter - From Concrete patio to Redwood Grace
We removed 80,000lbs of concrete that surrounded this client's pool and bult this little haven for cooling off by "the pond."
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Frugal 99% recycled deck
Likely not the type deck FHB had in mind for this contest. Built with the same frugality as the cabin featured in "Great Moments" of the Nov 1990 FHB issue, a guess is that the...
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Mountain view deck by Hometown Improvements, Inc.
2 commentsA new deck for a new house. The homeowners only waited a few months before adding this custom deck.
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Radiused deck & porch in Cumming Ga by Peachtree Decks and Porches LLC
9 commentsThis project was designed and built by Peachtree Decks and Porches in Cumming Ga Azek decking and trim were combimned with fortress railing to creat an open look and low maintenance backyard...
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Ipe deck Kennesaw Ga by Peachtree Decks and Porches LLC
2 commentsThis elevated deck was built to allow a clear view and natural look in a wooded area in the North Atlanta metro region using Ipe decking and metal railing systems. This deck has several...
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Country Deck
1 commentThis uniquely designed and crafted deck overlooks the Spring Creek valley in central Montana. This deck provides space for all but the most severe weather conditions. The 2 * 8 open rafters provide...
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Privacy Deck Extraordinaire!
1 commentThe client had an existing yard level deck and intruding neighbours. We refinished the deck adding some skirt boards, built flower boxes and an egress landing from the sun-room plus the privacy...
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Double Decker High-Rise Deck
1 commentA double-decker high rise project I solo built in '07. Decking is tight knot cedar, handrails are clear cedar and powder coated steel, had to support a 8x11 hot tub (4x12x20 joists sitting 12"...
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Entryway Staircase and Side Deck
An entryway staircase and side deck project I built last year using TimberTech XLM decking and RadianceRail handrail components. Multiple elevations, lots of handrail and decking angles...
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Ipe Deck with Prairie Style Railing
1 commentIpe deck with Prairie Style Railings. The deck is relatively small (14'x16') compared to some on here. I ordered extra deck boards and ripped down to 1" widths to make the rail...
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All Decked Out
All Decked Out This maintenance free deck incorporates a number of unique materials and features. The basic deck uses treated lumber for the structure and Trex for the decking material. The 4x4 posts...
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Rooftop Deck in the Trees
This is a covered Ipe tiled deck built above my workshop. Deck floor supported on a pedestal system on an EPDM sloped roof. Drainage through 2 scuppers in rear of addition. Designed by Jim...
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A little bit Italy
2 commentsThis EverGrain deck with an Arbors Direct Pergoal make this back yard Tuskany
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Multi-level river front deck with planters, by DeckScape
Evergrain deck with railing to match house roof.
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Graceful curves and angles
1 commentPeaceful backyard enjoyment is accomplished with this finely sculptured Trex deck.
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Keauhou mauka replacement deck
The finished replacement utility area/garden deck. Note new, ABS plastic drain vent on wall behind reinstalled utility sink. New, capped hollow tile wall protects deck and serves as low...
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My first deck
4 commentsThis was the first deck I built. The challenges we had with this deck were preserving the silver maple tree that gave our house some westward shade and an uneven slope to the garage. Combine this...
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GardenStructure Deck pt.1
1 commentDesigned for a home on the St. Lawrence this stunning deck is nearly identical to the original concept I pitched. This nearly never happens. It is a little more than 2100 sq' and all the...
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GardenStructure Deck pt.2
2 commentsThis is the east portion of the deck on the St. Lawrence. The tub was obviously a central design element, with a bit of vertical interest provided by the pergola. A loose privacy screen towards the...
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Dave's Deck
Composite decking with cable railing and small stone patios integrated. All work performed by myself.
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new look for an old deck
1 commentThis deck was re-made in 2004 - the existing deck surface was treated lumbar and probably 30-40 years old. It had been neglected before we moved in - the wood could have been used as an...
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Two decks with Chinese Chippendale railing and recessed hot tub
I built these two decks a few years ago. The larger one is for entertaining with multiple seating areas, outdoor speakers, one entrance for guests coming from the driveway and another set of...
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