Designing anD maintaining


beautiful Decks by Jeff Winters


Nor does the deck have to be attached


to the house. If you have a wonderful view from some point in the garden or on your property, a raised deck can enhance this advantage while providing a ‘room’ separated from the usual traffic patterns. Decks are built surrounding swim-


ming pools, replacing the old concrete margins with a warm and inviting look that also saves burning bare feet on hot paving in the sun. If you use composite wood products, they can be built right over the concrete, avoiding the issue of having to jackhammer it out and dispose of the old materials. Decking products are even being used


on condo balconies to create a warmer, homier feel


to this extra living space. www.localgardener.net SPRING 2013 31


PVC railings and a pressure-treated wooden flooring surround this country home.


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