Building a roof over a deck turns this area into the best possible outdoor living space.
Open roof on deck.
It provides shade and keeps your family dry during wet weather.
The deck roof of today isn t the drab concoction so many of us remember.
A louvered solid wood roof is more can be strategically positioned when designed to direct and take advantage of the shade and the sun during the prime time of the day.
For those who desire a bit more shade and privacy while soaking up the rays however a deck roof may be in order.
Roof decks with roof coverings in general occupied roof space with structure above is used for assembly occupancy a 2 and will be considered a story per the definition of a story see above.
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The illusion is that of a secret garden rather than an urban rooftop deck.
There are many advantages to a roof over your deck such as.
In the front is the main entertainment area fully outfitted with a louvered roof fire table and built in seating.
A metal deck roof will add shade and make your deck or patio space more comfortable during the hot summer months.
A sprawling green area is the perfect spot to soak in the summer sun or play an outdoor game.
At the push of a button a remote controlled louvered roof can open and close to let in the sunshine when you want it and close it off from the rain.
Considering a roof deck as a story may be acceptable when the height of the deck does not exceed 2 3 stories depending on the construction type and.
As beautiful as they are functional the modern deck roofs are an extension of and not a deterrent from the luxurious deck.