You can create your own family vacation spot right at home on your deck. Transform the ordinary deck into an oasis without spending much money at all. You’ll be able to relax, entertain and be the envy of the neighborhood with these five inexpensive ways to update your deck.
The Formal Screen
A simple screen can do a lot to transform your deck. You can create your own private cozy nook, separate out rooms, hide the food or quickly stash the toys and other items when company comes over.
The Trunk
Every good deck should include a stylish truck that shows off good looks and acts and extra storage and seating. A truck like this can do triple duty. You’ll have seating for guests, you can store cushions and other deck accessories, and you can transform the deck into an outdoor room. Look for a deck box that is made of weather resistant materials but looks like real furniture.
The Rocker
Rockers are coming back in style, but you don’t have to go retro. Instead of the porch, place a modern looking rocker right out on the deck. You can have comfort and style at the same time while you enjoy spending a morning, afternoon or evening rocking away with a cool drink and a good book or some wine and conversation.
The Lights
Lights on a deck can instantly transform it at night, creating a gorgeous summer wonderland. You can hang festive twinkle lights or go a little more upscale in your look (without the upscale price) when you incorporate some new lighting options for you deck, such as solar post caps or out door lamps.
The Rug
Nothing seems to transform a deck from well, and ordinary deck, to an outdoors living space than does defining areas and anchoring the furniture. To do this, select a weather-resistant rug that can be easily cleaned. You’ll find that it really warms up the space and makes your deck more like the deck of a luxury hotel.