Ways to Decorate your Deck

Decorating your DeckAre you thinking about decorating your deck, but aren’t sure where to start? There are so many ideas to choose from, but which one is right? When it comes to transforming your deck into an outdoor living space, there is no right answer. Each deck has its own style and brings its own personality to the table. Below are a few ways to decorate your deck with the style just right for you.

 

Decorating your Deck

  • Add furniture: it’s always nice to start off with a focal point and move from there. Placing your main piece of furniture in a focal area will make it stand out more. There are an endless amount of furniture items you could play around with to see which one works best for you. Also, when it comes to deciding what colors you want to use, your options are limitless.
  • Make it comfy: not only should your outdoor living space look comfortable, but it should feel comfortable as well. Adding a bunch of comfy pillows always seems to do the trick.
  • Create privacy: creating privacy is key, especially if your home is fairly close to your neighbors. Planting a row of evergreens or planter boxes with flowers forms a privacy wall for your deck. It also adds a pop of scenery to your backyard.
  • Lattice wall: putting up a wooden square lattice wall on one side of the deck is in right now. Planting certain plants such as climbing roses and clematis will eventually grow up the lattice and form a fragrant wall filled with blooms.
  • Add water: adding a water feature to your decks, such as a water garden or fountain, creates a smooth, tranquil environment. Nothing is better than coming home after a long day of work to a peaceful atmosphere right in your backyard. Adding water is a great addition when it comes to decorating your deck.

Deck Installation

As you can see, there are many options to choose from when it comes to decorating your deck. However, choose what will make you happy. If you are currently looking for a company to do your deck installation, please call Miles Bradley or feel free to fill out our quote form. We are a full-service custom decking firm that strives to see our customers satisfied.

Giving The Gift Of A Holiday Deck or Sun Room

The 2017 holiday season is finally ramping up! The recent snowfall has really made the winter season set in. Even though the beauty of the snow is a highlight of the season it may have you missing the summer months. If you want your summer of 2018 to be spent having fun in the sun consider adding on a sunroom or a low maintenance Trex deck. What better way to kick in the New Year than with the plan of adding on a deck or screened-in enclosure to your home! Giving the gift of a fun summer or investment into your home is something that everyone can get behind.

Miles Bradley can give the gift of a holiday deck to your loved one!

Give them a gift they’ll love for years to come, get them a holiday deck!

You may be asking yourself “Why should I buy a three-season room In December?”. Well as we all know giving a gift that takes their breath away for the holiday. What better way to give the gift that you’ll enjoy for years to come! This time of year is the perfect time to plan your deck installation for 2018. Our production and scheduling slow down this time of year, which means we can get your deck installed when you want. Getting your down payment in during our slow time ensures that you’ll get your screened-in porch before we book up during the spring.

Can’t wait until the spring or summer of 2018? Well, we can build during the winter too! We keep our production and construction going during the cold months as well as the warm ones. Miles Bradley also offers winter discounts on projects booked before the spring. So why wait? Contact us about the details before the gift opening begins.  

Why a Three-Season Room or Sun Room This Holiday?

It goes by different names, a three-season room, screened-in porch, or sunroom. They may have different names but they all give you the same thing: Enjoyment of the great outdoors from the comfort of your home.  

Three-season rooms or Sunrooms are a great way to experience the great outdoors without the bugs while keeping you cool and in the shade. Giving your home a sunroom gives you a place that you can relax, kick back, and enjoy the fresh open air.

So why wait? Contact us today and get your quote for your Christmas or Hannukah deck or three-season room today!

 


 

A New Deck This Fall Can Make You Jolly!

Deck in the fall

Installing your deck in the fall is easy, with Miles Bradley!

When the leaves change and back-to-school ensure you may have a few home renovations still on your list from the summer. While you may think that fall isn’t an ideal time to add “Hire a company to build my deck” to the list, you couldn’t be further from the truth! Fall is a great time to have your deck inspected, repaired, or build from the ground up! With the holiday season ramping up, hiring a deck building company in the Metro Chicago and Detroit area will help save your sanity and time this fall.

We here at Miles Bradley have been building decks in the fall (and even the winter) for years!
Installing a deck in the fall is a good alternative to installing a deck in the summer for many reasons. So if you’ve had to put off your dream deck installation this summer, fret not!

Why Fall is a Great Time to get a Deck Installed:

-Frost Hasn’t Set in Yet
Since the ground hasn’t quite frozen yet, fall is a great time to install the outdoor deck or patio. Posts can still be put into the ground and a deck can still be built before the frost sets in and the ground becomes hard.

-We’re Less Busy!
Summer is our peak season, and we are stretched thin as a business. In the fall the deck-building season slows down

-You’ll be able to Enjoy the Fall, Outdoors
Getting out and enjoying the great outdoors from the comfort of your backyard is a gift all its own. Enjoying the brisk fall nights with

Give the Gift of a Deck For The Holidays!

Why not give your loved one the gift they’ve always wanted? Putting your down payment on a new Trex deck can ensure that your following spring and summer is going to be spent outside with friends and family!

So why wait to get the deck of your dreams? Contact us today!

Spook Up Your Deck- Halloween Deck-O-Rating!

October is here, which means Halloween is coming up! Many homeowners get into the Halloween spirit by decorating their homes with spooky decorations. Whether you are hosting a Halloween party, or just want to show off your spirit, incorporating your deck into your ideas can add a great touch! Check out some of our great “deck-o-rating” ideas:

  • halloween decoration for deckMums and pumpkins up your stairs to your deck. Create a unique design by rotating their pattern! If you have deck lighting, this will even look great at night
  • Utilize the steps– Using the steps to your deck; add rubber spiders and webbing, but make sure they are safely on the back or sides.
  • Carved or Painted Pumpkins-  There are many creative ways to use pumpkins as decoration. You can drill holes in special patterns and add a candle to shine through, or if you have a squirrel problem, painting maybe your best option! This is also a great way to get the kids involved in the decorating process!
  • Spooky Skeletons- If you are looking to add a little fear factor to your deck during the Halloween season, you can purchase plastic skeletons that can be maneuvered however you like. Bend the joints of the skeleton to make them look as if they are climbing up your deck or onto your home. You can add fog, lights, or gravestones to enhance the look even more!

These are just a few of our ideas on how to decorate your deck for Halloween. We have shared much more DIY-inspired ideas for patios, porches, or decks on our Pinterest page. Be sure to check them out and share some of your favorites!

We would love to see what you have come up with this year! Be sure to share your Halloween-inspired decorations on our Facebook page!

Fall Deck Building in Michigan

Fall is a great time to have a deck built in Michigan. Because temperatures are dropping and building conditions aren’t so “perfect,” you can save tons of money on your build! With the demand lower in the fall or winter months, you can save nearly 20% with an offseason build, talk to our professional deck builders today for more information!

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