After a long winter of harsh weather, it’s relaxing to take advantage of the fresh air and sunlight available in the warmer months. If you have a deck, you already have a great way to enjoy the outdoors in comfort—but there are plenty of features which will make it even more enjoyable. Here are a few ideas to bring your next home improvement project out onto the deck.

How to Enhance Your Deck

1. Add a Fire Pit

This home improvement project is relatively simple and provides many benefits. A cozy fire is an effective way to warm up chilly outdoor areas–and it also makes the perfect centerpiece for a social gathering. Roast hotdogs and marshmallows over the embers or just chat and savor a few drinks with friends next to the flames.

2. Decorate With Nature

Hanging plants, flower boxes, or a vine-covered trellis can add color and elegance to any home. By incorporating these elements in your deck, you can make them easily accessible from your home–meaning you’re more likely to spend time enjoying the sights and smells of your beautiful flowers when they’re in close range. 

3. Invest in Outdoor Furniture

If you want to be comfortable outdoors, tables, chairs, and benches are a must. Many furniture sets are available which are designed to withstand the weather, but more and more, people are also bringing traditionally indoor furniture like upholstered chairs outdoors. If you can find an option that is both comfortable and weatherproof, you’ll be able to relax without a care.

If you’re ready to take on your next big home improvement project, talk to Henry’s Services in Anchorage, AK, about your deck. This full service remodeling company has been Alaskan-owned and -operated for over 50 years and offers a range of options to improve and restore your home, including mold removal, painting, and drywall. To get started, call (907) 344-4200 or request an estimate online.