When it comes to San Diego varied topography many homes could benefit from a deck. It doesn’t matter if you are in Pacific Beach or North Park it’s less about could I add a deck to my home its more a question of what kind of deck should I add. https://www.thisoldhouse.com/decking/21017499/decking-materials
Obviously real wood is a tried and true option but what kind of wood is best and what kind can I afford is a question we often get from clients considering a deck. Synthetic woods have been for a while and while there are some advantages there are also many drawbacks to this option. The third major group is treated or sometime called engineered wood. In the next few blog post I will hopefully begin to answer some of the common questions associated with each type of decking material.
Real wood is renowned for its beauty and design flexibility. But not all real wood is the same, lower end woods such as Pine or Fir are more affordable options but tend to have a limited useable life span. More expensive hardwoods like Ipe or Teak have a longer useable life but come with installation issues as well as environmental concerns. Cedar is a nice middle of the road option for those that want real wood, are comfortable with the maintenance required but can’t afford the more durable hardwoods. With the countless staining or painting options not to mention the varied ways the deck boards can be arranged real wood does allows for increased design options for the client.
If you are interested in a deck for your home please feel free to give us a call and speak with someone about the best option for your home. 619-917-3644