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5 ways to revamp your outdoor living space this year

( BPT ) - Do long , winter days holed up indoors have you dreaming of a new deck to relax on come springtime ? Whether you envision transforming a deck into a personal sanctuary or building a new outdoor living space for backyard entertaining , now is the perfect time to start turning those dreams into reality .
Get a jump-start by preparing to enjoy warmer weather with these five easy steps that will take your deck from functional to fantastic , before spring .
1 . Add lasting style underfoot by selecting the right decking product .
A deck only looks as good as its boards , which is why it is important to select decking that is as durable as it is attractive . Even well-designed outdoor living spaces can disappoint if deck boards crack , fail , fade or warp .
Many deck products are available , but
composite decking is one material that has quickly grown in popularity , and market research firm the Freedonia Group predicts the material will see continued growth in the coming years . Composite decking products , like ChoiceDek , fuel this growth by helping homeowners realize that decks can require minimal upkeep while still providing lasting beauty .
" Homeowners are looking for outdoor living spaces that will allow them to relax and enjoy their backyards ," says Scott Spencer , ChoiceDek national account manager . " They don ' t want to worry about the chore of cleaning or maintaining their outdoor products regularly . Composite decking brings the beauty of real wood to a deck with less maintenance and lasting durability ."
2 . Design your outdoors as an extended living space .