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Project Story · Richfield, Ohio

Torn Down and Rebuilt Better in Trex Lineage

This Richfield deck came all the way down. We rebuilt it with stronger framing, a full waterproofing system for a dry space below, Trex Lineage Biscayne with a 1x border and Lineage Jasper on the fascia, risers, and stringers, Trex Signature Rod Rail with a drink rail, a finished wood ceiling underneath, and lights on every post and step.

  • Full tear downDecking, joists, stairs, rails, ceiling
  • Trex LineageBiscayne decking with Jasper trim
  • Dry belowWaterproofing plus a Luna Layer ceiling
  • 24 Trex lightsPost caps, wedge lights, and risers
Where They Started

An older deck that needed to start over

The old deck had tired composite boards, dated railing, a worn wood ceiling below, and a waterproofing system that was no longer keeping water off the space and the electrical underneath.

Patching it was not going to cut it. We took it all down, the decking, stairs, rails, joists, trim, ceiling, and old waterproofing, and rebuilt the whole thing the right way.

DreamDecks crew installing Trex Lineage Biscayne deck boardsHidden fasteners going in on the Richfield rebuildOur crew finishing the deck at the houseBuilt in benches on the finished Trex Lineage deck
What We Did

From the ground up

Full tear downOld decking, stairs, railing, joists, beam and post trim, the under deck ceiling, and the old waterproofing all came out and were hauled away.
Stronger framingNew pressure treated 2×12 LVL joists at 12 inches on center, with joist hangers set before the ledger went on. Every beam was inspected and anything compromised was replaced.
Full waterproofingA waterproofing membrane over the joists, tied into the house with metal set into the mortar joint, so the space below stays dry.
Trex Lineage BiscayneBiscayne boards with a 1x picture frame border and butt joints in the field, plus Trex Lineage Jasper fascia on the rim, stair risers, and stringers, and Jasper wrapping every post and beam.
Rod rail and a drink railBlack Trex Signature Rod Rail with a Biscayne drink rail on top that matches the deck, plus built in benches.
Ceiling and lightsA Luna Layer tongue and groove wood ceiling in Arctic below, and a Trex lighting package with 6 post cap lights, 7 wedge post lights, and 11 stair riser lights.
Products and Finishes

What it is made of

Every product here was picked to look sharp and stay low maintenance for a long time.

Trex Lineage Biscayne

Trex Lineage Biscayne

Trex Lineage Biscayne is a rich, warm brown, laid here with a 1x picture frame border and clean butt joints with heat mitigating technology so it stays cooler in the sun.

Jasper Fascia and Wraps

Jasper Fascia and Wraps

Trex Lineage Jasper, a deeper tone, on the rim joists, stair risers, stringers, posts, and beams so the whole deck looks finished.

Trex Signature Rod Rail

Trex Signature Rod Rail

Black Trex Signature Rod Rail with a Biscayne drink rail on top. Clean lines and an open view. Compare railing

Waterproofing and Wood Ceiling

Waterproofing and Wood Ceiling

A waterproofing membrane over the joists keeps the space below dry, finished with a Luna Layer ceiling in Arctic. More on under deck protection

Built In Benches

Built In Benches

Benches built right into the deck in the same boards, so they always match and never blow over. More deck options

Trex Lighting Package

Trex Lighting Package

Post cap lights, wedge post lights, and stair riser lights, 24 in all, so the deck and stairs glow at night. More on lighting

Our take: Sometimes the right answer is to start over. Tearing this deck down let us upgrade everything underneath, from the joists to the waterproofing, so the new Trex Lineage deck and the space below it will last for decades.
Good Questions

Questions we hear a lot

When does a deck need a full tear down?

When the framing, waterproofing, or layout is past saving. We inspect everything and tell you straight whether a resurface or a full rebuild makes more sense.

What keeps the space under a deck dry?

A waterproofing membrane over the joists catches the water and carries it away, so you can finish the ceiling and run lights and fans below.

Why 12 inch joist spacing?

Tighter joist spacing makes the deck feel more solid underfoot and is ideal for diagonal patterns and premium boards.

See a resurface in Medina or browse every project story.

Is your deck ready for a fresh start?

We will come out, check the structure, and give you an honest answer on resurfacing versus rebuilding.