You built a deck and have a backyard ready for hanging out and entertaining. Now what? You need to decorate it. These are the finishing touches that will turn a plain deck into a beautiful outdoor living space.

Consider deck decorating ideas that will create a space that you want to be in. Take a similar approach that you would when decorating the inside of your home. Add lighting features, arrange furniture, and place finishing decorative pieces around your deck. These ideas should help you get started decorating your deck.

1. Backyard

Turn your backyard patio into an outdoor living space. Start by upgrading your outdoor patio into a raised deck. You can easily build a raised deck over your concrete patio. Choose a kit or design it yourself out of durable hardwood.

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Now that you have the base add the finishing touches with a fire pit and decor. A traditional fire pit will add plenty of heat. However, a modern look can be achieved with a table with a fire feature in the middle of it. Arrange your patio furniture around it and create an outdoor lounge area. Don’t forget to add a covering that will protect you from the sun and rain.

2. Cozy

Just because you’re outside doesn’t mean you can’t create a cozy outdoor living space. Use the same elements and ideas that you would inside to make your backyard feel cozy. Divide the backyard into smaller usable spaces.

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