I am so excited to share this newly finished project with you…a deck makeover that is finally complete! And although this lovely space was finished on July 31 and I am just sharing it with you now, we have been enjoying every second out here soaking up the last of the dog days of summer.
Before I give you the full tour, you may remember that I shared Part 1 of this deck makeover last summer when I purchased new cushions and pillows for the patio set to give it new life.
And here is the sad state of the deck which I shared last summer! The deck had not been painted in many years and was really showing it’s age. It had reached the point where it really needed to be painted or we would be in danger of losing the whole thing because of wood rot. Paint or stain not only helps keep things looking pretty, but also assists in protecting lumber from the many weather elements.
Here is the same deck floor after 2 coats of a paint application. It looks fantastic and brand new!
I chose to go with the original colour of the deck, minus the white balusters. By having everything painted a uniform colour, the deck lines look much cleaner and up-to-date.
Since this was such a large job and required lots of preparation and taping off the house, we decided to hire this one out.
And the results were more than what we had hoped for and we can rest easy knowing that this deck will give us many more years of life now that it is protected properly.
After the new paint had a chance to harden for a week, the outdoor furniture was put back into place.
I love creating small seating areas around our deck and this sitting area is by the BBQ so that the chef can rest while watching the grill.
This bench is the perfect nook for reading or taking a nap.
The bistro set is great for a having a glass of wine or appetizers.
Flowers make everything look so much more attractive.
I cannot resist adding flowers to tables.
Sunflowers added to a deck are so pretty in August.
And here is the whole dining area.
We love our ‘new’ outdoor space and this area has very much become a second living room for us in the summer.
We love to have dinner out here, as well as entertain family & friends.
It’s spacious, shady and now with the new paint job….beautiful as well.
I couldn’t resist taking so many pictures because I am so happy with the new look.
How about you? Have you tackled any large outdoor projects this summer?
{And if you are in the Edmonton, Alberta area, this paint job done by Matthew Rudy of College Pro Painters. We were extremely pleased with our deck job and think our deck looks fantastic! To reach Matt for a quote on your painting needs, please call him at 403-809-2990. I received no compensation for this recommendation and all opinions are my own.}
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looks so pretty and colorful!
Your deck is a great space and even nicer now with the fresh and pretty colour. I love all the different seating areas. Flowers do make everything look so pretty.
Looks fresh & fab Angie! SO nice!
Beautiful! Love the color you chose, and your furniture is great too! Good job!
Love how's its so colorful!!
love the turquoise flooring! such a great way to bring in color.
Beautiful job! I love your deck color. Also, I'm hosting a Wall Decal giveaway that you should enter! http://homecomingmn.blogspot.com/2013/08/wall-decal-giveaway.html
Love it – I want to do the same thing to ours!
Wow, Angie, your deck is really beautiful and you've decorated it very nicely. I love the colour that you used on the deck. You know I love turquoise!
Beautiful makeover. Love those flowers all lovely colours.
Thanks for sharing.
Hope to see you on my blog:)
Beautiful deck! Love that color you used! We are hoping to build a new deck this summer–and yours makes me super excited to! Would love to have you share at my link party!! http://www.madetobeamomma.com/2013/08/homemade-by-you-65.html
Love the new color, so pretty. What a wonderful and inviting space. I would love for you to link up to my ongoing party – Inspire Me –http://www.astrollthrulife.net/2013/08/179th-inspire-me-tuesday.html Hope to see you there. Hugs, Marty
I love this – it is such a pretty, welcoming space to enjoy the outdoors! The blue is right up my alley:)
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Your deck looks fantastic. Great colour with the white of the siding and all the hits of orange look wonderful with the turquoise and black. I bet it has given you a whole new lease on outdoor living.
WOW! such a beautiful color! You deck is gorgeous. If you get a chance, please link up to my link party: http://suburbsmama.blogspot.com/2013/08/sunday-linky-23.html
Your makeover looks great! Lovely combination of colors and decor. It's so cheery and happy!
Your deck is fabulous! I would never have thought to paint it blue, but I just love the way it looks. Perfect spot for chilling. And the black bench is great, too.
This is great. I love the colors of the deck and the furniture and fabric choices you did. Looks like a place you can hang out in all day ~ Lisa
I love the color you painted your deck and the ottoman is such a great pop of color. Great job!
I LOVE this porch! Sharing on G+ Thanks for linking it at Monday Funday!
I'm crushing on that orange table and ottoman. Enjoy your improoved outdoor setting! 🙂
Sheree
I Love it !!!
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I love the color you painted your deck! It looks great! I found you through Make the Scene Monday! If you like to link up come over to Craft Frenzy Friday at http://www.craftdictator.com!
What a gorgeous space! If you get a chance, please link up to my linky party going on now: http://suburbsmama.blogspot.com/2013/09/sunday-linky-24.html
your deck is beautiful Angie! I love the blue!
Thanks for linking up! I featured your post in my wrap up http://tidymom.net/2013/creative-ideas-3/ Have a great rest of the weekend.
I would never have thought to paint my deck blue, but its really gorgeous! I love how you pulled this outdoor space together! If you've got a minute, stop by and link up to our sixteen week fall party challenge…this week's theme is the color blue! 🙂 http://www.confessionsofaserialdiyer.com/get-your-diy-on-fall-party-challenge-week-1/
Hope to see you there! XO
Angie, this is gorgeous! I remember the first step lasst year and ….so beautiful! just to take a good book and enjoy life!
have a lovely week♥
Lior
Makes me want to get my deck in shape for spring. Looks great. An inspiration.
So pretty Angie- I love the color!! Thanks for linking up with us at The Summer Celebration party- I am featuring you today!! Have a wonderful weekend:)
~Krista
hey Angie, what brand/type of paint got used for this project? Love the look and colour!
do you know what color name or number that gorgeous blue is?