Decking extends the living area of the home by providing an outdoor space suitable for entertaining guests or just relaxing with the family. You may have space or budget concerns that make you hesitant about adding a deck onto your house, but there are some examples of simple decking designs below that are both attractive and budget friendly.
An Upper-Level Deck
Decking can create an upper-level deck off a bedroom or other room when a professional installs in on top of an overhang of the patio below or another part of the house. The house needs to be able to support the weight of the deck, but a professional will ensure this before he …show more content…
The deck attaches to the house and has posts to help support the weight of it. How much the property slopes down from the house will dictate the height of these posts. You can select to add stairs to these designs when necessary or just provide access from the house and not to the yard. The choice is up to you, but stairs do make it a convenient way to walk from the house into your yard.
Multi-level Decks
Decks also come in multi-level designs that start at lowest ground level and slowly work up the level of the house. Stairs help move one level into another level for a smooth transition. You can also opt for a multi-level design to enhance the appearance of the deck regardless of the slope of the property.
Decks Come With or Without Pergolas
If your deck is in direct sun part or all of the day, you may opt for a pergola to provide shade for the deck. You will enjoy it better through the hot weather when you shade the area. In the event that your deck is in the shade, you may or may not want a pergola, but remember that one can protect you from the rain. When you budget does not allow for one at present, you can add the pergola