{"id":29885,"date":"2018-05-23T09:51:25","date_gmt":"2018-05-23T16:51:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/?p=3200"},"modified":"2026-04-28T07:53:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T14:53:20","slug":"decorate-your-back-deck-tips-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/decorate-your-back-deck-tips-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Deck&#8217;d Out: Ideas to Turn Your Back Deck into Summer Party Central"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is it just us, or are all the best songs about summer? \u201cSummertime, and the livin\u2019 is easy\u201d&#8230; \u201cRoll out those lazy hazy crazy days of summer\u201d&#8230; \u201cOh, those summer nights.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No wonder, since summer is <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">time to kick back with an iced tea, dig into a juicy read, and relish the slow hours before sunset. And what better place to do all that than from the comfort of your own backyard? <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have an outdoor space but need some <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ideas for decorating the deck<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ve come to the right place. Here\u2019s everything you need to know to make your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">back deck<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u201cparty central\u201d this summer:<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Determine a Vision for Your Back Deck<\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3202\" src=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-determine-your-vision-1024x680.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"820\" height=\"545\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-determine-your-vision-1024x680.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-determine-your-vision-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-determine-your-vision-768x510.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-determine-your-vision-1536x1020.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-determine-your-vision.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first element to consider when planning<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ideas for your backyard deck <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is seating. Decks are about more than just dining; the coziest ones incorporate nooks for lounging, too. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you should have enough seats to host an outdoor dinner party on your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">back deck<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (six is a good number to aim for). But consider alternative spots specifically for conversation or relaxing. If you typically host more than eight guests, for example, set up <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.realsimple.com\/holidays-entertaining\/entertaining\/entertaining-etiquette\/dinner-party-seating-strategies\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at least two separate mingling spaces<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so no one is straining to hear. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another way to optimize your back deck for social occasions? \u00a0Offer a variety of seating options. Fun picks like hammocks are a surefire hit with younger guests. Low levels, like chaises, aren\u2019t always comfortable for guests with accommodation needs. Convertible seating, like an ottoman, is a great option for storing as-needed accessories (e.g., extra napkins, blankets) out on the back deck itself. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, decide what vibe best suits your outdoor space. It\u2019s an interior design rule of thumb that outdoor spaces look best when you <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/1123697\/outdoor-backyard-patio-decorating-ideas\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bring the inside, outside<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013\u00a0so try to translate your home\u2019s indoor design scheme to your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">backyard deck<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A specific palette is also a helpful guiding tool; subtle color coordination makes a space look effortlessly elegant. Try your hand at color psychology \u2013 you don\u2019t have to stick with all brown and black. Pops of red ooze romance, blue tends to be calming, and grey is simple sophistication, whether it\u2019s in your living room or on your back deck. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start planning for plants, too. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/succulents-city-urban-garden-apartment-plants\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=deckd-out\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Succulents<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are the obvious choice for summer weather, since they thrive in the sun. But if you want to keep an outdoor garden going year-round, go for a tolerant bloom like perennials. Otherwise, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thesill.com\/blogs\/seasonal\/inside-out-how-to-bring-indoor-plants-outdoors\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">potted plants acclimate well<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to warm weather \u2013 and come winter, you can bring them back indoors. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Last, but far from least, factor in your budget. Do you want to put most of your money into furniture, or save for something like an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/12-best-grills-pizza-ovens-2017\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=deckd-out\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">upscale grill or pizza oven<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? There are plenty of ways to cut down costs when decorating your deck. Try your hand at DIY with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theshabbycreekcottage.com\/wire-basket-side-table.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">basket-turned-side-table<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gerardotandco.com\/blog\/recycled-bottle-torch\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recycle wine bottles into torches<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Alternatively, hit up your local thrift store for deals as good as they are unique. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ultimate money saving hack, though, is to \u201cshop around\u201d your home. You never know how those extra throw pillows or funky art pieces you have lying around might perfectly punctuate your back deck.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Factor in Any Large Appliances or Centerpieces<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3203\" src=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-appliances-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"820\" height=\"547\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the two major deck staples \u2013 dining and lounging areas \u2013\u00a0outdoor spaces also benefit from a touch of recreation. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/12-best-grills-pizza-ovens-2017\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=deckd-out\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grills<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and decks go together like, well, hot dogs and buns. If you\u2019re including one, make sure to leave room for food prepping \u2013\u00a0a side table is always handy next to a grill. Another great <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">deck idea<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerhousepatio.com\/product-category\/fire-heat\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fire pit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">; they\u2019re ideal for roasting s\u2019mores in the summer, and they\u2019re versatile enough to be used in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/outdoor-fall-decor-ideas\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=deckd-out\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">colder months<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, too. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speaking of seasonal convertibles, you can\u2019t go wrong with the timeless jacuzzi. Just make sure that when you <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/how-to-move-hot-tub\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">move <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">it into your yard, you do so <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">without<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> flooding it. Or if an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/move-ground-pool\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">above-ground pool<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is more your style, set one up next to your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">deck<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. From now on, every summer party can be a pool party!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Start Putting All the Pieces of Your Back Deck Together<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3204\" src=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-painting-putting-pieces-together-1024x680.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"820\" height=\"545\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-painting-putting-pieces-together-1024x680.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-painting-putting-pieces-together-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-painting-putting-pieces-together-768x510.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-painting-putting-pieces-together-1536x1020.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-painting-putting-pieces-together.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you have a general vision for the deck, and determined which staples will serve as its centerpiece, it\u2019s time to start getting everything into place.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think of the deck as a room. Lay down a rug as your starting point; this will anchor the space together. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, strategize the layout of your appliances and furniture. If your grill will be the main focus, try to place it right between the inside kitchen and outdoor seating area for easy access. Got a great view? Set up the dining table overlooking it. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don\u2019t have a built-in roof over your deck, add a sunbrella. Or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/how-dolly-set-up-the-perfect-patio\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">install a gazebo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/get-started\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=deckd-out\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a little help from Dolly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it\u2019s easier than you\u2019d think. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you live in an urban area, ensure privacy by constructing a makeshift wall. Shannon from Homemade Lovely has a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/homemadelovely.com\/\/diy-vertical-garden\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tutorial for building a vertical garden<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which she used to enclose her property. (Best of all, you can customize with whatever plants you want \u2013\u00a0how about some mint for mojito garnishes?) <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another option for creating privacy is simply adding <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scatteredthoughtsofacraftymom.com\/no-sew-drop-cloth-patio-curtains\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drop-cloth curtains<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which can be opened and closed as needed, letting you choose between sweet sunlight on the back deck and privacy from your neighbors when you need it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Make the Deck Uniquely Yours<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3205\" src=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-make-it-yours-patio-lights-1024x755.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"820\" height=\"605\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-make-it-yours-patio-lights-1024x755.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-make-it-yours-patio-lights-300x221.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-make-it-yours-patio-lights-768x567.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-make-it-yours-patio-lights-1536x1133.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/back-deck-make-it-yours-patio-lights-2048x1511.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now comes the extra fun part: Imbuing the backyard deck with your personality. Accessorize depending upon the main purpose you want your deck to serve. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have kids, keep at-the-ready accessories within reach. Think books, comfy blankets, and plenty of towels if your deck has a pool or hot tub. A plethora of throw pillows is great for hosting guests of any age \u2013\u00a0just make sure to add removable cases for easy laundering. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live in a mosquito-prone area? An <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2013\/07\/16\/science\/a-low-tech-mosquito-deterrent.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">overhead fan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the simplest, most effective way to keep the pests at bay. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And then there\u2019s the romantic touch: Lighting. There\u2019s no limit to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">deck lighting ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so it depends on your overall design scheme. Do you want hanging string lights, or maybe some solar lanterns? You can even set a cozy ambiance using exclusively candles on the dining table. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since your deck is your new outside \u201croom,\u201d feel free to incorporate feng shui, too. Running water, like the kind from a fountain, is purported to calm and refresh energy. Similarly, there\u2019s a reason <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/homes-feng-shui-outdoor-yard-garden\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wind chimes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are a backyard staple: they\u2019re designed to keep outdoor spaces serene. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to host the perfect summer party without busting a sweat? You worry about the chips, dips, and guest list; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/get-started\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=Decorate-Your-Back-Deck-Tips-Ideas\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dolly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will take care of the heavy lifting. We\u2019ll connect you with local pickup truck drivers, who will safely transport all your furnishings, appliances, and must-haves for the party of the summer. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/get-started\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=Decorate-Your-Back-Deck-Tips-Ideas\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book your Dolly today<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is it just us, or are all the best songs about summer? \u201cSummertime, and the livin\u2019 is easy\u201d&#8230; \u201cRoll out those lazy hazy crazy days of summer\u201d&#8230; \u201cOh, those summer nights.\u201d No wonder, since summer is the time to kick back with an iced tea, dig into a juicy read, and relish the slow hours [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":3201,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_coblocks_attr":"","_coblocks_dimensions":"","_coblocks_responsive_height":"","_coblocks_accordion_ie_support":"","inline_featured_image":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[644937412],"tags":[644937908,644935432,644937650,644937909,644937692,644937910],"class_list":["post-29885","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tips-tricks","tag-back-deck","tag-featured","tag-grills","tag-patio","tag-seasonal","tag-summertime"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Deck&#039;d Out: Ideas to Turn Your Back Deck into Summer Party Central | Dolly Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"This summer, take your back deck to the next level. 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