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BOB HEIDENREICH:Top 10 Decking Trends

5. LED Lighting

The average life for incandescent lights is about a year. The average life for LED lighting is about 50 years. While the initial cost to install LED lighting may be higher, homeowners get more for their money over time. Once installed (a relatively easy process), LED lighting has a low cost to operate and is less of a hazard. Be sure to watch for manufacturers incorporating lighting into their own lines.

6. Hidden Fasteners

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More manufacturers are offering their own hidden fasteners systems that make it easier to improve the aesthetics of a deck. Since this trend is offered increasingly through manufacturers, it’s best to stick with their systems when building a deck. ICC Evaluation Service Reports, or ESRs, specify which fasteners can and cannot be used during decking building. Remember, ESRs take priority over manufacturers’ manuals.

7. Under the Deck

The space under the deck is now being utilized more frequently. This space can be enhanced with roll down screens
and/or a rain diversion system, making the below-deck area waterproof. This makes the space more useful and creates additional space for homeowners.

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8. Alternative Footing Solutions

An alternative footing solution is one that doesn’t require excavation to install. These solutions are code approved and have caused a huge change for installation and sales practices.

9. Treated Lumber

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Throughout the recent seasons, there has been an acceptance for brown treated lumber with stabilizers. While the trend is beginning to increase, there is still a preference for brown treated lumber rather than green.

10. Blending of Space

Most homeowners do not want their deck to exceed the largest room in their house. However, they do want to duplicate shapes and angles while blending outdoor space. As in homebuiding, the open-concept fashion has really caught on. Homeowners are looking to improve the space with outdoor fabrics, matching stone and integrated landscaping.

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