Category Archives: Decks, Patios, & Outdoor Living Solutions

Resources from SLS Construction for those considering updating or adding a new deck, patio, pergola or creating an outdoor living space

Retaining Block Wall’s – 5 rules to live by

Warrior_Blount_Retaining_Wall_FinalA retaining block wall can either be so simple, that a regular DIYer can complete one in an afternoon, or so complex that it requires an engineering team and a large talented construction crew months to complete one. Whether it is a small simple wall for a raised garden bed, or a large one capable
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Protecting your wood deck from the elements

Prepping for the stainThe sun, mold, mildew, leaves, UV light, hail, rain & snow are just a few of your decks common enemies. If you own a properly constructed composite deck, with a little common sense and some routine maintenance, you are looking at many years of worry free enjoyment
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May is National Deck Safety Month

NADRA National Deck Safety MonthAhhh, May – the days are getting longer, when it’s not to hot or to cool to go outside and spend some nice time reading a book, firing up the grill, or having a party. For many of us, this time is generally spent out on our decks. Unfortunately, this is also happens to be
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Creating a raised garden bed – in just a few hours

The location for the planting bedLast year’s gardening attempts were a disaster at our place, mainly due to our busy schedules. While we managed to get plenty of squash and a few other vegetables from it, most of the crop was lost to the pasture grass that simply overtook the garden. We are going to alleviate that problem this year
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Ramp-A-Thon 2009 Project Built

Official Press Release: Ramp-A-Thon Project Built for Local Quadriplegic by SLS Construction David Gentry of Vinemont was the recipient of a free ramp courtesy of SLS Construction who is part of the national Ramp-A-Thon project. Vinemont, AL – December 3rd, 2009 – David Gentry of Vinemont was the recipient of a free ramp courtesy of
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The unveiling – Real Outdoor Living $10,000 Backyard Oasis Winner

We at SLS Construction were honored to be the contractor selected by Southern Pine Awareness Network  to build the Real Outdoor Living $10,000 Backyard Oasis Winner’s deck located in Huntsville, Alabama. The Official Press Release Real Outdoor Living $10,000 Backyard Oasis Contest Winner Announced Huntsville Resident to Receive Complete Backyard Makeover  (Tyrone, GA) – Huntsville resident
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NADRA – the Who, the What, and Why it matters

The North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) is a non-profit association whose mission is to is to provide a unified source for the professional development, promotion, growth, and sustenance of the Deck and Railing building industry in North America so that members can exceed the expectations of their customers. NADRA was started back in
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Utilizing Universal Design Principles to create an Accessible Deck

I don’t know about you but I like to be able to sit outside on my deck or porch and enjoy the weather while my wife likes to work outside in the garden. I do not foresee that changing anytime in the future, nor do most individuals with disabilities want to be cooped up inside.
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When should you call a professional deck builder?

Back in March I wrote an article about "Why should you call a professional deck builder". Well after the site I visited yesterday, I thought it might be a good idea to have an article on when should you call a professional deck builder? Some situations are blatantly obvious
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Deck Re-Skin Completed

In a prior post we showed the start of a deck re-skin project utilizing Correct Deck CX product. Except for me forgetting to order a few connectors that are required for the stair handrail, the project is essentially finished. While we were hoping to get completed last week, a few days rain and enrolling the kids
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