{"id":827,"date":"2017-06-16T14:58:13","date_gmt":"2017-06-16T13:58:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/?p=827"},"modified":"2024-02-20T15:19:33","modified_gmt":"2024-02-20T15:19:33","slug":"liven-up-your-decking-for-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/liven-up-your-decking-for-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Liven Up Your Decking For Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Now that summer\u2019s almost in full swing, you might be thinking how to liven your deck up a bit for the sunshine. We\u2019ve got good news \u2013 we\u2019re chock full of ideas here at Savoy Timber! What\u2019s more, none of them break the bank either. Here are some of the easiest, simplest ways to add a bit of comfort and character to your <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/decking.html\">timber decking<\/a><\/strong> in the warmer months.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Decorations Add A Bit Of Life To Your Decking<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"img-responsive alignnone wp-image-832 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/how-to-liven-up-your-decking-for-summer-.jpg\" alt=\"install a balustrade\" width=\"730\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/how-to-liven-up-your-decking-for-summer-.jpg 730w, https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/how-to-liven-up-your-decking-for-summer--300x123.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Obviously everyone\u2019s tastes are different, but at Savoy Timber we find that a potted plant or two on your decking is a great way to give it a bit of life and colour, and without going to too much expense. An evergreen, for example, keeps its colour no matter the season. It\u2019s hardy and low-maintenance; two qualities that make it perfect for decorating your decking all year round.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/decking\/handrails-spindles-and-panels.html\"><strong>Decking balustrades<\/strong><\/a> are also a top-notch way to put your own personal stamp on your decking area, and they\u2019ve got the added bonus of making it safer for family members too \u2013 you\u2019re able to corral your children and pets to where you\u2019re more easily able to keep an eye on them, rather than having them disappear into distant shrubbery.<\/p>\n<p>The Rising Sun design is a fantastically popular one with our customers, being both practical and quite jovial at the same time. (What\u2019s not to like?) If you\u2019ve not got children or pets to worry about, on the other hand, our decking rope is a cheap and cheerful option that leaves the view of your vibrant summer garden intact.<\/p>\n<h3>Sit Back And Relax With Some Decking Furniture<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"img-responsive alignnone wp-image-833 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/How-To-Liven-Up-Your-Decking-For-Summer-1.jpg\" alt=\"garden furniture\" width=\"730\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/How-To-Liven-Up-Your-Decking-For-Summer-1.jpg 730w, https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/How-To-Liven-Up-Your-Decking-For-Summer-1-300x123.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Patio furniture is often the first thing that springs to mind when we mention this, but it doesn\u2019t have to be! You might have one or two chairs that are sitting about indoors unused \u2013 for example, you might have a few chairs spare from the kitchen or dining room. Repurposing these into some decking-specific furniture is a great idea (as long as you\u2019ve got somewhere for them to go if it starts raining!).<\/p>\n<p>This might not be limited to chairs either; a small bedside cabinet can be used as an outdoor storage unit for books, for example, or even just a place to rest a cheeky can of beer as you lay back in the sunshine.<\/p>\n<h3>Keeping Your Decking Looking Spick And Span<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"img-responsive alignnone wp-image-834 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/How-To-Liven-Up-Your-Decking-For-Summer-2.jpg\" alt=\" oiling decking boards\" width=\"730\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/How-To-Liven-Up-Your-Decking-For-Summer-2.jpg 730w, https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/How-To-Liven-Up-Your-Decking-For-Summer-2-300x123.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Cleaning, oiling and staining your decking is always a good plan, especially with summer in full swing \u2013 nothing shows up marks, stains or other imperfections like the blazing summer sunlight! We\u2019ve gone into the best way to get started on cleaning your decking <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/how-to-clean-your-decking\/\">in this blog here<\/a><\/strong>. But it\u2019s about more than keeping it looking nice, too \u2013 decking that\u2019s dirty can sometimes be unsafe (for example, someone can slip on a mossy surface), and as your deck is likely to see more foot traffic in summer, cleaning it thoroughly is a great way to guarantee everyone\u2019s safety as you enjoy the better weather!<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve got great value <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/decking.html\">garden decking<\/a><\/strong> here at Savoy Timber \u2013 not only with our best-selling softwood decking, but also with our brand new hardwood decking board. To take a look at what\u2019s on offer, feel free to pop into any one of our stores in Blackpool, Preston or Wigan, where one of our cheerful staff members will be on hand to help out with anything you need.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t forget to follow us on Twitter: <a href=\"https:\/\/mobile.twitter.com\/savoytimber\">@savoytimber<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Now that summer\u2019s almost in full swing, you might be thinking how to liven your deck up a bit for the sunshine. We\u2019ve got good news \u2013 we\u2019re chock full of ideas here at Savoy Timber! What\u2019s more, none of them break the bank either. 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