Fun ways to decorate your decking

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Australians love outdoor living, which probably explains why many homes feature outdoor rooms. The alfresco dining trend has ‘glammed’ up the traditional BBQ, and decks are more desirable than ever! Get inspired by some of these trendy design ideas in decking décor.

Go retro

Nostalgia for times gone by has brought a retro look and feel back to decorating decks. The charm of white wicker furniture and glass-topped tables gets some glamour with beautiful tablecloths. Lighting and accessories evoke old style effects too.

Colourful times

Bring some eye-popping colour into your life and brighten up our outdoor living areas with colourful furniture. How about lime green, purple, yellow, nectarine and deep blue for a start? Introduce these hues on your deck with cushions and painted or coloured furniture and flower pots. A stainless steel barbeque brings a clean look to complement these. Bright tones are perfect when teamed up with some neutral shades for other accessories or the new look clear café blinds.

Nature lovers

Eco-awareness and a love of nature are increasingly reflected in our home design and decor. Wise use of resources includes not wasting water and recycling; consider jazzing up some used timber furniture for outdoor use. Choosing natural materials and subtle natural shades such as cream and taupe, along with an attractive array of plants. Show how much you care for the environment and enjoy the natural trend so popular now.

More than a BBQ

Having a barbie outdoors is a tradition in Australia. Today, you can push this even further by taking elements of the kitchen outside too. More than just your typical BBQ grill, transform your deck into an outdoor kitchen with a sink, fridge, cabinets and more. The beautiful partnership of chrome, stainless steel and timber is perfect for this.

Before you proceed with decorating your deck, you need to make sure that it’s structurally stable and in good condition first. Get some advice from a decking professional if you plan to build or renovate a deck.