Great ideas for upgrading your backyard deck

So, you’ve decided to upgrade the deck in your back yard! That sounds like a fantastic summer project that can involve your whole family. From a place where BBQ magic happens to the winning game of Euchre, your deck is a place where memories are made year after year, and giving it a makeover will entice everyone to spend more time out back. 

Now it’s time to start planning the details. Gather the family together and talk about what features everyone would like to see incorporated. Do you want built-in flower boxes or benches? How about hooks to hang wet bathing suits? Perhaps you all agree that the deck needs a canopy to provide shade on those sweltering July days. Of course you’ll want lighting! You can make this deck perfect for your family’s needs. This list will provide some suggestions to help you get started in style.

Villa Acacia Wood Deck Tiles 12x12 10-Pack

First things first. You’ll need to think about the foundation. You could always give your existing deck a fresh coat of paint, but instead, these wooden deck tiles are a great choice! They provide the look and feel of a gorgeous hardwood deck at a fraction of the cost and will make your deck look and feel brand new. Their interlocking snap and go system requires no tools so installation is a breeze, and, because of their design, you can replace tiles as needed. It is recommended that you use a waterproof deck sealer when installing these tiles outdoors.

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Clear White Mini String Lights 100 Lights

Of course, your revamped space will need fairy lights to add ambiance! These little white lights are perfect for the job. Each set is 21.5 feet in length and you can attach up to five sets together. Wow! That makes for one long set of lights! The bulbs will stay lit even if one burns out (cue Clark Griswold) and spare bulbs and fuses are included just in case.

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Nature's Blossom Gardening Kit - Includes 4 Types of Exotic Vegetable Seeds, Planting Pots, Soil, Plant Markers - DIY Seed Starter Kit for Growing Outdoor or Indoor Garden

Nothing warms a space quite like plants can. Growing your own herb garden will not only beautify your deck but give you a sense of accomplishment as well. This garden kit contains everything you need: four packets of herb seeds, four soil pellets, four biodegradable planting pots, four labels, and a gardening guide that will help you get started. Plus, once your garden grows, you can reap the rewards of your efforts by sitting out on your deck with a homegrown cup of delicious herbal tea!

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Luminoodle TASK Flexible Utility Light

Once a project is underway and progress is being made, it’s so tough to quit working when the sun goes down. Never fear! With this weatherproof utility light, you can keep working all through the night if you wish. The flexible design bends to give you light wherever you need it lighting up your workspace. This light comes with tons of added goodies including loop rings, a stow pouch, magnet sliders, utility loops, and a 6-foot extension cable. The brightness is adjustable to make it as bright or dim as you need it for the task at hand.

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Instead of staying inside staring at a screen, everyone will want to spend time outside once your new deck is finished! Just picture it – your trusty grill in one corner cooking up some delicious burgers and skewered veggies, the teens sitting at the table playing a roaring game of cards, and the preschooler nearby blowing bubbles. There’s no doubt that upgrading your backyard deck is going to be a lot of work, but the benefits will be enormous.