A Safer Deck for Grandma’s Gatherings
Grandma wanted one thing: a place the grandkids could run barefoot without splinters, loose boards, or shaky railings. We tore out the old wood deck and built a 460 square foot Trex Enhance Naturals deck on helical piers, flush with the patio door, with two easy stair sets and white railing.
- 460 sq ftNew deck with two stair sets
- Trex Enhance NaturalsHidden fasteners and a picture frame
- Helical piersA stronger, cleaner foundation
- Built May 2024Ready for summer cookouts
No more splinters, no more spring staining
The old wood deck had soft spots, wobbly rail posts, uneven stairs, and peeling paint, and a wood privacy wall that had seen better days. She did not want a patch job.
She wanted it done right so the family could relax outside and she would not spend every spring sanding and staining. So we took it all out, down to the frame, and started over.
What we built
What it is made of
Every product here was picked to look sharp and stay low maintenance for a long time.
Trex Enhance Naturals
Trex Enhance Naturals has a natural, multi tonal look, will not splinter, and never needs staining.
White Railing
White vinyl railing with black round aluminum balusters, sleeved 4×4 posts, and flat caps that stays tight for years. Compare railing
Helical Piers
Helical piers go in fast, carry heavy loads, and will not heave in Ohio winters.
Start to finish
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Before 3 photos
The original wood deck with worn boards 
The old deck and stairs from the yard be
Another view of the tired wood deck befoThe Build 3 photos
The DreamDecks crew setting railing post
Installing and leveling the railing sect
Picture frame border and hidden fastenerThe Finished Deck 10 photos
Fastening the final rail and post detail
Finished deck and stairs from the yard
Wide stairs leading down to the patio
The finished deck from the back lawn
Deck view toward the backyard
Composite deck with black privacy screen
Pool deck with pergola dining area built
Raised composite deck with pergola built
Screened porch addition built
Wraparound composite deck from above buiQuestions we hear a lot
Why build the deck flush with the door?
No step at the door means no tripping, which matters with little kids and grandparents.
Why helical piers?
They install fast, carry heavy loads, and do not heave in the freeze and thaw.
How long does a deck like this take?
This one was built in May 2024 in just a few weeks.
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