Make your deck so inviting and comfortable you’ll never want to go back inside.
And follow ourstep-by-step guide for deck cleaningso your outdoor escape looks pristine for years.
Thickcushionscovered in durable outdoor fabric encourage guests to linger and catch up over cool drinks.
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Placing multiple tables nearby is a thoughtful touch, giving everyone a spot to rest their glass.
Take Modern To The Next Level
A double-decker design gives this backyard entertaining space twice the impact.
Choosing a horizontal cable railing maximizes landscape views and creates an open feel.
Credit: Photo: Tria Giovan; Stylist: CJ Sandgren
And don’t feel obliged to buy a matching set.
Mixing materials and finisheslike the painted metal and stained wood used heremakes things more interesting.
An assortment ofplants in containersis equally portable and can be positioned for optimal light.
A pair of adjustable lounge chairs is perfectly positioned for watching the sunset.
Take your decorating whims into the garden by carrying the color scheme outside.
Here, chinoiserie porcelain inspired a blue-and-white approach.
Credit: Robbie Caponetto; Styling: Kendra Surface
Painting the boards in a striped pattern creates a rug effect underfoot.
Prioritize The View
Nancy Nolan
Alakesidedeck makes an ideal vantage point for an alfresco meal.
Thewooded landscapesurrounds the deck to create a sense of enclosure on the other sides, providing a private escape.
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Create A Perfect Perch
Who says a deck has to be expansive to change your outlook?
An awning above is just the right size for blocking afternoon rays.
Top It Off
Avine-covered woodenpergolaprovides shelter from the midday sun.
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Multiple fans aim cool breezes toward the cook and discourage mosquitoes and flies from hanging around.
White-painted diagonal-cross balustrades encompass the deck and tie it to the kitchen area for a cohesive look.
For extra endurance,cover your pieceswhen not in use to protect them from the elements.
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Credit:Laurey W. Glenn, Styling: Matthew Gleason
Credit: Robbie Caponetto; Styling: Kendra Surface
