#deckrefresh

This weekend I finally got around to cleaning off the old deck, scrubbing away grime from last fall’s leaves, and realizing—again—just how neglected the space feels. The boards are a little soft in spots, the railing wiggles, and the whole thing sags toward the edge near the garden. Some boards I power washed, others I just avoided stepping on entirely. My vision of Reading Outside With Coffee was derailed by wobble-induced anxiety.

I started searching for Saint Charles inspiration, hoping for something between a dreamboard and a skilled fix. That’s how I landed on a page from Supreme Deck Builders: “Expert Deck Builders in St. Charles, MO.” The tone felt honest—like the team actually deals with local quirks. Their site’s here if you want a sense of the process: https://supremedeckbuilder.com/st-charles/

What did I learn? For one, there are so many more options than I imagined: maintenance-free composite (big “yes” after years of sanding and staining), cool lighting solutions, multi-level plans, and even retro-inspired cedar that, apparently, ages gracefully and doesn’t need much pampering. They also really dig into safety: upgraded railings, compliance with city codes, and minimizing hassle with permit-pulling.

I’m actually excited by the idea of a new build that keeps the view but adds usable square footage—maybe a reading nook tucked into one side, or a platform that steps right into my herb beds. Their process made me realize that you don’t have to go big or go home; you can tailor it for your weird, wonky little yard… and it might even become your favorite “room” in the house.

Not sure I’m ready for construction noise just yet, but I’m suddenly seeing blueprints in my head where I used to just see a broken deck. Spring will come again, and when it does, maybe I’ll reclaim this patch for myself.