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[Outdoor Living](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/topic/outdoor-living) | 04.4.15
## [Deck materials. So many choices…which one is right for you?](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/deck-materials-many-choiceswhich-one-right/)
Thompson Remodeling is here to run through deck materials with you. Don’t let the choice overwhelm you! We’ll give you the pros and cons of each type so that you can make a more informed decision. This blog will give you the rundown on five types of deck materials: natural wood, pressure treated wood, composite, plastic, and aluminum.
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[Outdoor Living](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/topic/outdoor-living) | 03.28.15
## [Creating an Outdoor Living Space You’ll Love](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/creating-an-outdoor-living-space-youll-love/)
With warmer weather on the horizon, we can’t help but get excited about spending time outdoors. One of the best places to do that is in your own back yard! Expanding your livable space outdoors is an investment that rewards you with beautiful areas to relax with your family and entertain guests. There are all sorts of possibilities: decks, patios, screened porches, gazebos, and sunrooms. If you have been considering an outdoor living space remodel, we’ve got some great ideas to share with you.
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[Outdoor Living](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/topic/outdoor-living) | 07.16.14
## [Tips for Designing Your Outdoor Kitchen](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/tips-designing-outdoor-kitchen/)
Outdoor kitchens are a HOT trend! Homeowners are embracing the trend of adding an outdoor kitchen to their backyard living space. The Weber grill is being pushed aside for fully outfitted outdoor kitchens with top-of-the-line appliances, countertops, bar seating, and cabinets. Extending your living spaces outdoors increases your options for entertaining and adds to your personal enjoyment of your home during the warmer months. With an outdoor kitchen, the chef can be a part of the action while your guests and family enjoy the outdoors.
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[Trends](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/topic/trends-2) | 01.22.14
## [Three Outdoor Remodeling Trends to Look For This Spring](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/three-outdoor-remodeling-trends-to-look-for-this-spring/)
A great place to extend your living space is in your own backyard with an outdoor remodeling project. In recent years, homeowners have been using their backyard as a blank canvas to create great spaces to spend time with family and entertain guests. The latest trend in outdoor remodeling is designing outdoor versions of your favorite indoor spaces.
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[Outdoor Living](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/topic/outdoor-living) | 04.4.15
## [Deck materials. So many choices…which one is right for you?](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/deck-materials-many-choiceswhich-one-right/)
Thompson Remodeling is here to run through deck materials with you. Don’t let the choice overwhelm you! We’ll give you the pros and cons of each type so that you can make a more informed decision. This blog will give you the rundown on five types of deck materials: natural wood, pressure treated wood, composite, plastic, and aluminum.
[Read More](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/deck-materials-many-choiceswhich-one-right/)
[Outdoor Living](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/topic/outdoor-living) | 03.28.15
## [Creating an Outdoor Living Space You’ll Love](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/creating-an-outdoor-living-space-youll-love/)
With warmer weather on the horizon, we can’t help but get excited about spending time outdoors. One of the best places to do that is in your own back yard! Expanding your livable space outdoors is an investment that rewards you with beautiful areas to relax with your family and entertain guests. There are all sorts of possibilities: decks, patios, screened porches, gazebos, and sunrooms. If you have been considering an outdoor living space remodel, we’ve got some great ideas to share with you.
[Read More](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/creating-an-outdoor-living-space-youll-love/)
[Outdoor Living](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/topic/outdoor-living) | 07.16.14
## [Tips for Designing Your Outdoor Kitchen](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/tips-designing-outdoor-kitchen/)
Outdoor kitchens are a HOT trend! Homeowners are embracing the trend of adding an outdoor kitchen to their backyard living space. The Weber grill is being pushed aside for fully outfitted outdoor kitchens with top-of-the-line appliances, countertops, bar seating, and cabinets. Extending your living spaces outdoors increases your options for entertaining and adds to your personal enjoyment of your home during the warmer months. With an outdoor kitchen, the chef can be a part of the action while your guests and family enjoy the outdoors.
[Read More](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/tips-designing-outdoor-kitchen/)
[Trends](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/topic/trends-2) | 01.22.14
## [Three Outdoor Remodeling Trends to Look For This Spring](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/three-outdoor-remodeling-trends-to-look-for-this-spring/)
A great place to extend your living space is in your own backyard with an outdoor remodeling project. In recent years, homeowners have been using their backyard as a blank canvas to create great spaces to spend time with family and entertain guests. The latest trend in outdoor remodeling is designing outdoor versions of your favorite indoor spaces.
[Read More](https://www.thompsonremodeling.com/new-blog/three-outdoor-remodeling-trends-to-look-for-this-spring/)
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