The overall design of a deck is critical to the finished appearance. There are many different things to take into consideration when creating your customized deck design. Instead of square corners, many people agree that a 45 degree cut corner is a much nicer approach. This is an easy and inexpensive way to make your deck stand out. A simple deck elevation change is another great way to add appeal on larger deck projects.
Decking patterns are a great way to enhance the appearance of your deck as well. Most decks have the decking parallel to the rear house wall. Diagonal decking is a great way to give your deck appeal and make it look larger. This can be done in one direction or multiple directions depending on the size of your project. The picture frame border around the perimeter of the deck is another great option not only for appearance, but structurally as well. Running boards on an angle actually gives your deck more strength. You also have the choice of using a different color for the border, which can be a very nice touch at no extra cost.
There are several different ways that staircases can be designed as well. A standard staircase with closed risers is always a nice option and now code in Montgomery County, MD. Some other ideas for staircase design are pyramid style and flared stairs. The pyramid style involves the steps wrapping around a corner creating the look of an actual pyramid. The flared style starts at approximately 4' wide at the top of the stairs and gets wider on the way down.
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