Modern Trends in Custom Decks for Brighton Homes

More Brighton homeowners are making the smart choice to expand their living accommodations to include the great outdoors. It only makes sense since, otherwise, it seems the property beyond the four interior walls tends to get wasted.

Don't just enjoy the view of your backyard from inside of your home; put this land to good use by creating an outdoor living space. And it all begins by partnering with a remodeling contractor to find out more about your options for custom decks.

Custom Deck Trends in Brighton That Are Here to Stay

Some examples of exciting decking options that you have available to you are:

• The beautiful thing about the distressed deck trend is that it can look a little weathered, making maintenance a little easier. You still have to stay current with maintenance but at least if you are a little late with it, it won't be as noticeable. More and more homeowners are liking the look of a weathered and work wood for their deck, claiming it looks more natural.
• Railings for decks have come a long way. Aside from looking more attractive and being sturdier, they now are more capable of helping create the best entertainment-ready traits. Opt for wider rails that make it possible to take a seat or rails with drink cup holders built in. Of course, above all else, it is always of the utmost importance that your rails are strong and able to do the most important job – prevent users from falling.
• When it comes to most decks, and outdoor living spaces in general, you are usually pretty exposed to the elements. If you are going to be outdoors, you want to be able to smell the fresh air and feel the sun on your face. However, it doesn't hurt to create what is referred to as a dry zone. This is part of the deck that generally has a water-tight seal between the boards. That way, anything underneath these boards has much better protection from the elements. That makes it ideal for a dry outdoor living space, storage or both.
• Color trends and framing options have changed the decorative dynamics of decks, in recent years. Using colors that are non-traditional for wood used for outdoor living spaces opens up a world of exciting possibilities. Or, the other option you have, is framing. This is when the outside perimeter of the deck is a different color than the inner portion. The difference can even be subtle but, either way, will be effective.

Get the best advice for your outdoor living space by calling the Renaissance Renovations team. We provide the best in Brighton remodeling contractor solutions, so give us a call today.