{"id":1741,"date":"2022-06-06T17:18:12","date_gmt":"2022-06-06T21:18:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fenceanddeckconnection.com\/blog\/?p=1741"},"modified":"2022-06-06T17:18:13","modified_gmt":"2022-06-06T21:18:13","slug":"how-to-prep-your-deck-for-grilling-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fenceanddeckconnection.com\/blog\/2022\/06\/06\/how-to-prep-your-deck-for-grilling-season\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prep Your Deck For Grilling Season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With the arrival of warm weather and Memorial Day Weekend behind us, it’s safe to say it’s summer grilling season! Without a designated backyard outdoor space, there’s no where for guests to sit back and relax while watching the grill master show off his or her skills. If you want to really impress your friends and family during grilling season, consider a few ways to beautify your deck that will provide the ultimate summer hangout. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Design Your Deck With a Grill Bumpout <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A deck bumpout, or grill bumpout\u00a0is typically extended off the existing foundation, similar to a balcony, removing the need for\u00a0foundation construction. A grill bumpout on the deck is a practical amenity because it means your grill won\u2019t take up valuable floor space. Without a designated space for grilling and preparing food, a grill ends up being in the way of guests. By asking your deck installer<\/a> to design your deck with a grill bumpout, you can rest assured your backyard BBQs won\u2019t impede traffic flow on the deck. When choosing the right location on your deck, you’ll want to make sure your grill is at least 10 feet away from any buildings or other structures. Also, place it away from any dry grass that can catch fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add a Pergola or Gazebo <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Pergolas are a great way to extend your living space and can increase the amount of time you spend outside on warm, sunny days in the middle of a Maryland summer. Designed and oriented correctly on your deck, a pergola can provide plenty of shade for dinner parties, book reading, or a \u201cwork from home\u201d office location. You may also install additional covers, for even more sun protection or in preparation for unpredictable summer storms, such as fabric or a retractable cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gazebos come in various sizes, shapes and materials, but are most commonly made of wood in an octagonal, round, or rectangular shape. We are proud to offer beautiful, handcrafted\u00a0vinyl gazebos<\/a>\u00a0made of structural pressure-treated southern yellow pine covered with maintenance-free white vinyl in three different octagonal shapes.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Since gazebos can be built as an open space or have screened walls, a gazebo can be used for an amazing variety of activities, and provide comfort in the heat of Maryland summers. At Fence & Deck Connection, we offer an optional electrical package which can really provide maximum comfort in your outdoor room. An electrical upgrade includes one switch and one receptacle \u2014 the switch can control a fan or a light of your choosing. If you\u2019re considering adding a vinyl gazebo to your new deck, consider the following ways you can utilize your new space: <\/p>\n\n\n\n