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7 Ways to Dress Up Your Deck!

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Home Inspector with US Inspect

Summer is in full swing and we are spending lots of time entertaining. If you have a deck, it's probably a popular venue for meals and get-togethers. But are you feeling like your space is a bit dull or drab despite the vibrance of summer? Dress it up with these 7 ideas!

 

 

Add Some Plant Life

Adding plants is a great way to refresh your deck space, and can help with privacy issues too. Choose plants with vibrant colors or pleasant fragrances to wake up the senses. Try lemongrass, it's a natural mosquito repellent! See this idea

 

Use Hidden Spaces

Put the space underneath a raised deck to good use by adding a play area, additional seating, or even a bar. Add retractable screens in between support posts to create your very own screened in "porch!" See this idea

 

Go Sailing

Adding exterior fabric sails to your deck, can provide much needed shade - use a bright vibrant color and it will provide style too! See this idea

 

Swap Style

Is your deck in good condition but a bit tired or out of date? Consider changing out just your balusters to eye-catching metal or glass or add faux stone post covers and caps. See this idea

 

Bring in Textiles

Exterior area textiles can do wonders for warming up an outdoor space. Create an inviting and colorful space by adding outdoor textiles like curtains, rugs, cushions, and pillows. See this idea

 

Spruce Up the Floor

Does your deck have an ugly floor? No problem! Try laying some eco tiles to cover it up. (Be sure you aren't covering up rot or damage though!) See this idea

 

Add Lighting

Your old-school deck might not have included all the nifty lighting options that are currently available. Fear not! You can retro fit your deck with solar lighting. See this idea

 

Posted By: US Inspect Blog

Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Chrissy,

These are some interesting ways to breathe life into your outdoor living spaces. Thanks for sharing!

Jul 28, 2014 10:11 PM
Michele Connors
The Overton Group, LLC Pitt & Carteret County - Greenville, NC
Your Eastern North Carolina Realtor

I have a large patio and find containers are the key for dressing up ths space, large pots of various colors and sizes give dimension and depth..and makes swapping out seasons easier for me.

Jul 28, 2014 10:29 PM
Ginny Gorman
RI Real Estate Services ~ 401-529-7849~ RI Waterfront Real Estate - North Kingstown, RI
Homes for Sale in Southern RI and beyond

Great post Chrissy!  I addeded white see through curtains on one side that goes with the blue & blows in the wind and adds the touch...

Jul 28, 2014 10:32 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Chrissy. I like the ideas and enjoyed the picture but would have liked to see one that employed your suggestions.

Jul 28, 2014 10:46 PM
Chrissy Doremus ~ US Inspect ~
US Inspect - Chantilly, VA
Residential Property Inspections

@SheilaAnderson that's the before ;-) Looks a bit dull even despite the blue chair!

Jul 28, 2014 11:05 PM
Kim Logan
KELLER WILLIAMS LAKE OCONEE - Greensboro, GA
Kim Logan - Keller Williams Lake Oconee Realty

I love these ideas! Maybe I'll have to try them out!

 

-Kim Logan

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Jul 29, 2014 12:31 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

I live in a house that I have painted Newport blue, with white trim.  It has a slight beach cottage feel.  I like the idea of adding sails.  And, your tip about lighting is right on.  

CONGRATULATIONS on having this blog featured in the "FEATHER NESTERS" group!

Jul 31, 2014 05:38 AM
Susan Haughton
Long and Foster REALTORS (703) 470-4545 - Alexandria, VA
Susan & Mindy Team...Honesty. Integrity. Results.

I love outdoor space, which can be the most appealing part of the house.  Love your very helpful suggestions. 

Aug 08, 2014 11:49 PM
David Popoff
DMK Real Estate - Darien, CT
Realtor®,SRS, Green ~ Fairfield County, Ct

Great tips, we like to use planter boxes & hanging baskets, plenty of color in pillows and of course a hanging US flag.

Aug 20, 2014 01:50 AM
Chrissy Doremus ~ US Inspect ~
US Inspect - Chantilly, VA
Residential Property Inspections

Sounds perfect, David Popoff (oh this dang tag feature never works for me)!

Aug 20, 2014 02:23 AM
Trisha Bush-LeFore
Preferred Properties Land & Homes - Walla Walla, WA
Providing Realtor Services in the Walla Walla Area

Chrissy,

I love to add bright color to a deck area with painted furniture and pillows, cheap way to change the feel of the space. Solar lighting is a great idea.

Aug 20, 2014 04:06 AM
Chris and Maria Jeantet
Shasta Living Real Estate - Redding, CA
Top Realtors in Redding CA

Thanks for sharing! These are great ideas. 

Aug 20, 2014 07:05 AM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

I love decks. Here in SoCAl, having an outdoor dressed up space would be always a great bonus.

Sep 22, 2016 04:33 PM