#covereddeck

Opening Line: One minute it’s sunny, the next it’s a monsoon. My deck is basically a weather roulette wheel.

The Problem: I’d love to use my deck more, but between sudden downpours and blazing sun, it’s either a slip hazard or a frying pan. A roof would help, but I don’t want it to feel like a cave.

The Discovery: The Decksperts’ Covered Decks & Porches page showed me options I didn’t know existed—like partial covers with open sides or skylights to keep it bright.

Takeaways:

Gutters matter: Otherwise, rain pours off the roof right onto your stairs.

Lighting: String lights under the overhang = instant cozy.