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Backyard Floating Deck

In the spring and summer of 2018, my back yard got several major overhauls. One is the pub shed, and one is my new DIY ground-level deck!

The build was totally custom, partially built over the existing concrete patio, and BUILT BY ME. I can hardly believe it, but the UDH now has a fantastic focal point for guests to come and hang out in the yard!

There’s still more left to do, but you can peruse these archives for the full build history and design decisions I made along the way.

backyard with floating deck fire pit and hanging outdoor lights
Build Plans · Lighting · Outdoor · Popular · Pub Shed & Deck · Scrap Wood

DIY Outdoor Light Pole Planters Around the Deck | Free Plans

white and green outdoor dinner party
Decorating · Outdoor · Pub Shed & Deck

Surprise Retirement Party for Mom!

new adirondack paint color - Tricorn Black
Landscaping · Pub Shed & Deck

Landscaping Around the New Deck + Lots of Paint!

me trimming off end of deck boards
Popular · Pub Shed & Deck

DIY Floating Deck, Part 4: Trimming Deck Boards and Rounding the Edges

deck mood board - inspiration decor ideas
Mood Board · Outdoor · Pub Shed & Deck · Shopping

Decorating Ideas for Furnishing the New Deck

hydrangeas interfering with deck install - diagonal decking
Popular · Pub Shed & Deck

DIY Floating Deck, Part 3: Diagonal Decking

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