We moved in a year ago and there were ferns and grass along both sides of the sidewalk. Not attractive! When it rained there was no where for the water to escape. We dug it out for now to eliminate that problem. The step is just 3 cement blocks placed in front of the door on top the sidewalk. We want to build a deck in that space to the height of the doorway, eliminating the need for a step. The space measures approximately 9.5 feet wide x 7 feet long to be even with end of the garage. That could leave about 3 feet square of space for landscaping at the end. The depth from doorway entrance to sidewalk is about 5.5 inches.
We are pretty handy with tools, but need help in the area of design/creativity. Suggestions are very much welcome!
A gravel path leading up to your new deck would be nice and it can help drain any excess water. Add some pretty perennial plants and it would really look nice.
It's hard to be sure exactly but it doesn't appear from the photo that a deck would be appropriate here. 1) it would obfuscate the sidewalk(s) 2) it would be too public. 3) it would block cellar window. I would suggest planting something pretty instead.
I thought of this project when I saw your post. Maybe it will give you some ideas. Please document and post your project. We would love to see your finished project.
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I still have a ways to go, but this deck makes a world of difference to the front of my old place, and some nites that bench is just perfect ❤️❤️😉
A gravel path leading up to your new deck would be nice and it can help drain any excess water. Add some pretty perennial plants and it would really look nice.
https://countrylivinginacariboovalley.com/how-to-make-a-gravel-path/
Pallets ? Fill in the gaps from other pallets. Elevate them to keep them off the ground a bit. Don’t forget to sand, paint both sides.
It's hard to be sure exactly but it doesn't appear from the photo that a deck would be appropriate here. 1) it would obfuscate the sidewalk(s) 2) it would be too public. 3) it would block cellar window. I would suggest planting something pretty instead.
I thought of this project when I saw your post. Maybe it will give you some ideas. Please document and post your project. We would love to see your finished project.
https://www.hometalk.com/30087546/diy-curved-floating-deck
DIY Curved Floating Deck
Hi! Is it possible to see the whole house? Thanks!
red brick pavers come to my mind, it would not block the low window