Lean on Me: Your Guide to Deck Railing

Deck Railing | DekTex | Deck Builder | Madison, WI
They aren’t just required by law vis a vis just about every elevated deck structure for the general health and safety of your family. No, sir or ma’am, railings are also fun. I can feel your skepticism, so stay with me here. Not only do railings significantly lessen the chances of a life altering fall,
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An Autumnal Guide to Your Patio in 3 Easy Steps

Fall Patio Ideas | DekTex | Madison, WI
Many of us look to cooler temps to snuggle up indoors, but many more of us cling to our patios for dear life. Luckily the backyard need not fall dormant simply because the hydrangeas are. As summer wanes, read on for fall patio inspiration to extend your al fresco enjoyment well into your first overnight
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Hide in Style: A Privacy Screen How-To

Let’s talk neighbors. I’ll keep my voice down so they don’t hear us, don’t worry. Because sure, they’re great when you need to borrow a socket wrench, but sometimes you don’t need every firepit chit chat or two-piece suntan session observed by ol’ Randy next door. We have solutions for you, and privacy can be
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5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Building a New Patio

Those blue skies are calling, but your backyard consists of a stack of seat height cinderblocks and a bedsheet draped between two ladders. A stiff breeze rolls through and your bedsheet sun shade is gone with the wind. Friend, it’s time to build your patio. You don’t know where to start and we get that.
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5 Considerations When Building a Patio

Dek Tex | Patio Considerations
Breathe in…breathe out. Smell that? That’s cut grass and grilled meats, summer’s eau de parfum. And while we are all excited to pop outside with a glass of something frosty, this is also the time of year we’re reminded what our outdoor spaces are lacking. Before you call DekTex for your personal patio estimate, here
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Your Business Needs a Pergola. Here’s Why.

It’s a new era for the businesses we run and frequent, one that demands agility and versatility. Restaurants and bars have learned to add patio seating to accommodate safe social distancing. Schools and daycares have taken full advantage of open air recreation and education. As many enterprises move outdoors, they have leaned on commercial pergolas
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Looking Up: Update and Upgrade with a Pergola

DekTex Deck | Pergola | Madison, WI
Your patio isn’t simply a backyard addendum, it’s supplemental living space. The family pet practically lives there, a glass of wine by the firepit beats a fireplace every time, and your kids would rather take lunch outside over the formal dining room any day of the week. Think of it as a rumpus room with
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It’s Getting Hot Out Here: Achieving a Year Round Backyard

Dek Tex | Cold weather patio design
It’s that leaf raking, football watching, doggy sweater wearing, pumpkin spicing time of year, and with it comes a word we haven’t uttered in months: “Brrrr.” While the temps can feel like a pause on outdoor life, it needn’t be with patio upgrades that suit your al fresco ways. Sling a scarf over those shoulders,
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Indoor Living…Outside

As transitional temperatures approach, with chilly nights and comfortable days, the mourning of summer weather past is creeping in. The urge to flip the sign to “Closed” on our yards comes sooner than we’d like, simply because it hasn’t been designed for use over a maximum number of months. Creating more livable backyard rooms involves
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Putting Your Stamp on Outdoor Flooring

With a catchy name like DekTex, it is often assumed our entire sales portfolio is built around decking and decking only. In fact a large part of our day-to-day design and installation also involves custom hardscaping, such as patio flooring, garden paths, and decorative walkways. Not just a beautiful way to add polish and create
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