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Our Deck Refresh

Our Coastal Deck

I partnered with Birch Lane and Wayfair for this post.

As I write this post, I’m smiling ear to ear.  Not only because it finally feels like summer in our coastal town but because we have a deck that I’m in love with.  We have already enjoyed a family gathering, a few breakfasts and dinners out here, oh, and perhaps a night cap on Saturday night with fairy lights up in the wisteria.  Today I’m sharing our deck refresh.

Our Coastal Deck Refresh with Finding Silver Pennies

As many of you know we had A LOT of snow this year: blizzards, nor’easters, record-breaking-snow-fall and, while our house weathered the winter well, the patio furniture and deck was buried under feet of snow.  All the while, I dreamed of sipping Pimm’s cocktails in the summer sunshine, hoping for a little deck refresh.

Here’s how our deck looked a few weeks ago:

Deck Before

I know, very sad, right?

Here’s how it looks now!

Our Deck Refresh

I fell in love with some teak furniture down in the harbor which currently is out of our price range – the whole set is over $4,000.  So Luke decided he was going to make us a set instead.  I knew my husband was amazing before he made the set but, wow, he and my new patio set have exceeded my expectations.  Conor went down to the basement and said the table was “Legendary”.  Luke created a large table and benches for either side of the table – the second bench is still a work in progress but you can see how it will look.  We wanted the table and benches to have the look of teak and be durable.  We chose to build the table and benches out of white cedar.  UPDATE – here are the full tutorials for our table and benches, click here and here.

How to Update your Deck for Relaxed Summer Living

Close Up White Cedar Bench

Fresh watermelon and outdoor living

Ah, the wood is so soft and my heart beats a little faster when I look at this furniture. Sigh.

Our deck isn’t in perfect shape, the old wood can be quite splintery so I decided we needed an outdoor rug.  I chose this gorgeous one from Wayfair – the Oriental Weavers Riviera Navy and Ivory Geometric Rug.  Click here to see the rug.

Indoor Outdoor Rug by Wayfair with potted plantIt is an indoor/outdoor so very durable.  This is our first outdoor rug and I have to tell you it adds so much to this outdoor room.  Yes, room, it actually now feels like the deck is an extension of our home.  You know me and blue.

Close Up Wayfair Rug and Sea Grass

Navy Trellis Rug from WayfairI did look at other colors but I thought navy was perfect for our coastal home.  Wayfair has many, many rugs and you can sort by color, size, style etc.  The rug is soft underfoot and I don’t have to worry about the kids getting splinters now.

Birch Lane sent me this umbrella and stand.  I opted for the round bronze umbrella base click here.

Birch Lane Round Umbrella BaseThis base offered two heights for our umbrella and is unbelievably study and heavy – even with a strong wind this umbrella won’t go anywhere. The sun is strong on the coast so I opted for – the Eastvale Sunbrella Patio Umbrella.  The crank handle makes it so easy to open.

Easy to use Crank on Sunbrella Umbrella from Birch LaneI didn’t think we really needed the tilt feature but then when the sun was going down we were able to tilt it to prevent the glare.

Umbrella Tilted

Oh, and the color, I almost forgot.  I chose Canvas.  It reminds me of canvasshoes, beach bags and the sails on boats. It is the perfect umbrella for our updated deck.

Wisteria and Sunbrella Umbrella

I found the arm chairs at Target and they are all weather material but give the look of wicker.

Close Up Arm Chair

Armchair and wisteria

Olives

Pretty blue and white ikat pillows nestle on the built in bench and chives, sea grasses and raspberries are growing on our deck.  I plan to add more plants as the temperatures rise.

Ikat Pillows

Sea Grass

Beer

Ikat and ferns

I found this lovely 1940s croquet set down at Goodies II this weekend and we had so much fun playing in the yard.

Vintage Croquet Set

Vintage Croquet Set and plants

We enjoyed a wonderful BBQ for the holiday on Monday, the first of many on this deck, I’m sure.  We enjoyed fresh fruit, hummus and chips, olives and burgers.  We sipped my absolute favorite summer cocktail, Pimm’s and Lemonade, click here for recipe.

Close Up Pimms

Napkins

Boys eating burgers

Cherries

Summer Fruit

Eating Watermelon

I wish you this blog post came with smell-o-vision because the wisteria that winds its way along our deck smells so heavenly.  The bumblebees are mesmerizing as they fly from flower to flower.

Wisteria

I’m so happy with our little deck refresh.  A big thank you to Wayfair and Birch Lane and a HUGE thank you to my hubby for making my dream come true.  Our deck has added a slice of heaven to our coastal home.  Another place to enjoy the soft ocean breezes and relax after a day at the beach.

Our Deck Refresh

 

If you’re interested in recreating this look, here’s my source list:

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cassie
8 years ago

WOW! it’s gorgeous! what a difference plants make, too- they bring so much life. and i love the blues, of course!

Sharon Hankins
8 years ago

Oh wow, this is just beautiful! I’m a bit of a blue girl myself. I love it!

Tricia
Tricia
8 years ago

Wow is your deck beautiful. I love blue and white too. Your rug really does add to your deck. Your husband is quite handy to have been able to build such a great table and bench. I wish I could smell your wisteria but I can truly imagine the smell of the beautiful Scituate salt air. It reminds me of our rides from Boston to Scituate, when we could smell the salt air we knew we were almost there- ready for our summer on Lighthouse Rd. Enjoy your deck.

Ann
Ann
8 years ago

Danielle, it looks beautiful! I can just imagine how much more you now enjoy this space. And how special that your husband built the table! You will create so many memories around it. We are in the planning stages of a pea gravel patio right now. I can’t wait until it’s done, having a pretty and usable outdoor space is key to enjoying the gorgeous New England summers we have!

Bliss
8 years ago

Now THAT is how to refresh a deck! Looks beautiful.

Jessica @ Dear Emmeline

So beautiful Danielle! The new table and bench, chairs, and decor look perfect with your coastal home but I have to say that Wisteria steals the show!!!!

Rachel
8 years ago

OH my gosh Danielle. I’m dying. Everything is so perfect! I’m def going to be making that table! I can’t wait for the plans! I love seriously every aspect of your deck. And the wisteria? holy crap I had no idea what that was, but it makes everything look so dreamy!

Tara@Lehmanlane
8 years ago

Your deck looks beautiful and so inviting! A perfect outdoor room!

Kristen
8 years ago

Danielle this is absolutely beautiful! I love the table and bench Luke built! He’s so talented! And the rug and umbrella (and the wisteria!) are the perfect touch to your outdoor space! They make everything so cozy! I love it so much.

Denise
Denise
8 years ago

Danielle, Wow – your deck is just gorgeous! I’m so happy for you. It looks simply beautiful and inviting! xx

amanda @ on the corner of brodhead

the table and bench set is definitely”legendary”!!

Paige.Rose
8 years ago

Your home is seriously soooo COZY & CHARMING!! I love the pops of blue & the plants!! Super cute,Danielle!!

Paige.Rose
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http://www.TheQuaintSanctuary.blogspot.com

Jenn
8 years ago

This is SO beautiful! I love everything about it! We did our back patio in navy too this year – I have the same little fish tray as you. Wish we had some of that Wisteria draping down too!

Tonya @ Rustic and Woven

Love this! The blues are so pretty and your husband did an amazing job on that furniture. I think I would spend every spare moment I had out there if I had a space like that. Beautiful!!

Tammy
8 years ago

Wow… this is just stunning…love it

Jennifer@The Chronicles of Home

Oh, Danielle – this is so, so beautiful! What a change! I would want to spend every minute out here!

Judy C
Judy C
8 years ago

Love your deck. I found similar chairs with the wicker look and I love them. I didn’t purchase them because I thought, because they are dark, they may be hot to sit in. Any thoughts?

Laurel Stephens
8 years ago

I have to add another wow! Your deck is gorgeous! I love all the pretty blue.

LUCY
8 years ago

Stunning D. so beautiful.

Kristin @ Bliss at Home

Ooooooh! It looks so fab my friend!! It looks like a page from a magazine 🙂 xo

Victoria
8 years ago

It is amazing! I can’t wait to see it in person tomorrow. That patio set is everything. Luke did an amazing job.

Jolena
8 years ago

Such a blessing to have a handy husband ! Your space is beautiful and inviting. I am looking forward to hopefully meeting you at The Vintage Bazaar-a summer (and autumn) staple for me!

Hannah
8 years ago

This is gorgeous! Wow. I’m really impressed with that patio set, and everything looks so inviting!

Erin @ the-organized-life

What a gorgeous transformation! Love that rug and kudos to your hubby to building the dining set!

Robin
8 years ago

I’m so inspired! I absolutely love your makeover…every detail is just perfect~ ox

Krista @ the happy housie

Danielle!! This space is so incredible! I love every detail- but all the blue and white is so pretty. Thanks for sharing it at the Outdoor Extravaganza Link party- I am featuring you tomorrow on my blog and on FB this weekend:) Enjoy your deck!!

Jamie
8 years ago

It’s just gorgeous, Danielle! You did an amazing job 😉
Hugs, Jamie

Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.
Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.
8 years ago

Truly a spot I could imagine relaxing for hours! Loving the blues and it all works beautifully with your home. Featured you at Be Inspired this morning. Thanks so much for the inspiration!

Kathryn Griffin @TheDedicatedHouse

Danielle, it’s gorgeous!! I love the blue and white accents. Especially the rug! Feel free to share this at the Make it Pretty party. Here’s the link to this week’s bash. http://www.thededicatedhouse.com/2015/06/make-it-pretty-monday-week-138.html Again, beautiful job! Have a great week. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse