Beat the Weeds
We all love a lush backyard, but most of us don’t love the maintenance that comes with it. Spending your whole weekend on your hands and knees, pulling weeds and planting perennials? No thanks. Luckily when you build a deck, some of that weed-filled space will be taken away. While ‘losing’ part of your backyard might seem daunting—it’s actually an opportunity. You gain a new deck, and spend less time tending to the rest of your yard.

Increases Value
Experts say that installing a deck will often bring a 100% return, adding hundreds of thousands of Rands to the value of your home if not millions. So, not only is a deck great for quality of life, a deck can also be great for your bank account when it comes time to sell. Plus, knowing how much we people love our outdoor spaces, a decked-out home is likely to entice buyers more than a home with a simple backyard.

Instant Gratification
If you’re like most people, you probably find it hard to get the ball rolling when it comes to home renovations. Renovations take a whole heap of planning, organising, and waiting, all before you can enjoy the fruits of your labour. However, building a deck is usually relatively simple, requires less planning, and can often be completed within a shorter timeframe. So, if you’re the impatient type, a deck could give you that ‘renovated home’ feeling, without the extra waiting.

They Encourage Families Take Better Advantage of Outdoor Space
It can be a real eye-opener to see how the addition of a deck immediately encourages families to spend more time together in the outdoors. From enjoying coffee and breakfast in the mornings to a cookout or cocktails in the evening, space that once went mostly unused suddenly becomes valuable and useable. Adding a table, umbrellas and lounge chairs can make it the perfect place to decompress, share events of the day or relax with a book.

They Provide More Space for Entertaining
Some homes are more practical for entertaining than others. Those with smaller kitchens and limited entertaining space can benefit greatly from the addition of a deck. A deck adds a new dimension and opportunities for homeowners who may have been “entertaining challenged” in the past.

Lights Can be Added for Evening Use
Not only can decks add more useful outdoor space to a home, but the addition of lighting can also extend how long a deck can be used in the evenings. Modern, contemporary LED lighting can add a useful and dramatic effect to a deck area, and even be installed along steps and railings to add safety and security. Hanging overhead “old school” party lights can add a festive flair to any occasion.

It Can Maximize Enjoyment of Views
Some homes have exceptional views of lakes, mountains, forested areas, and even skylines. A deck can help homeowners take full advantage of these views, as opposed to just the occasional peek out a window. For those who have invested in a home with a view, a deck can help take full advantage of that investment.

Installation is Quick
Decks, depending on the size of your home, can be a large project. When you hire a professional deck company like Kairos Upholstery, your installation will be done quickly. Because installation takes less time than other decking materials, you’ll save on labour and time. Quick installation means you’ll have your dream deck ready to enjoy in no time!

It’s Incredibly Durable
The four seasons wreaking havoc on our home’s exteriors. With something like composite decking, you won’t have to worry about the material wearing down. Being so durable, composite decking won’t crack or rot, it resists mould, and maintains it’s colour year-round. It’s durability, strength and longevity are a key reason homeowners are choosing it for their deck addition.

It’s Low-Maintenance
If you’re worried about maintaining your deck, composite decking is the material for you. These decks will only need regular cleaning a couple of times a year, or immediate cleaning whenever spills or accidents occur. A wood deck will require periodic staining or painting to keep it looking great. Plus, wood decks might need board replacements should part of the deck start to rot. If you’re looking for a deck that is virtual maintenance-free, composite is an excellent choice. Whether you have a pool or you simply love to entertain outdoors, a deck can provide you with a truly incredible outdoor space.

You’ll Have a Place for Outdoor Décor
Items like potted plants and garden sculptures look beautiful when you place them on a deck. This flat surface gives you lots of room to work with so you can create the backyard of your dreams. Consider building a deck with a built-in planter where you can add the flowers or greenery of your choice. You can also use the deck as a showplace for your favorite outdoor accessories like garden stools and fun decorative objects.

It Gives the Home a Beautiful Look
Today’s deck designs come in a range of materials, finishes, and styles. When you add one to your home, it can make the entire structure look more visually appealing. Consider adding a pergola to your deck for an even more inviting outdoor space.

Decks Are a Wise Investment
Whether you’re looking to increase the resale value of your home or you just adore outdoor time, adding a deck to your home is a smart choice. Make sure you select the perfect design and finish so your deck looks beautiful. From cookouts to a relaxing afternoon reading outdoors, a deck provides you with the perfect backyard oasis. Consider add-ons like a pergola or gazebo to give the deck even more personality.

Sunbathing
Maybe dinner parties and big group get-togethers are just not your thing. If this is the case, then perhaps you would be keen on investing in a new backyard deck for its health benefits instead! While a deck does not offer any health benefits directly, this outdoor recreational space can offer many opportunities to invest in your health. For example, sunbathing can help your body produce Vitamin D, which can encourage bone health and stabilize your mood.

Playing Outside
Speaking of encouraging time outdoors, a backyard deck is a great place to take activities that are usually confined to the inside of your house and move them out into the fresh air! Board games, portable video games, party games—whatever it is you and your family like to play, chances are that you can play it outside on your backyard deck!

Monitor Your Children’s Outdoor Activities
On the other hand, homeowners who prefer outdoor activities and readers with children may instead be excited at the prospects for outdoor play that only a backyard deck can provide. This outdoor space can be perfect for ring-tossing, mini-golf, and even mud-free water balloon fights! A backyard deck is also the perfect spot from which to monitor your children: decks are usually built raised off of the ground, so parents can keep a bird’s-eye view of their kid’s backyard shenanigans and whereabouts from the comfort of their deck chairs. And do not forget about chances to play in a summer downpour without tracking mud in the house!

Increase the Size of Your Living Space
No matter how you intend to use your backyard deck, there is no denying that a deck increases the square footage of your home’s living space. Homeowners with large families may be interested in providing their loved ones with a little more room by building a backyard deck. Additionally, depending on your needs, it is also possible to build a backyard deck with outdoor storage in mind. This can be included inside hollow, built-in benches, by purchasing a small outdoor storage locker to be placed on the deck, and some decks can even store lawn and garden equipment in the space underneath the deck!