Most often, verandas or terraces are used as a convenient place for rest, relaxation or receiving guests. This type of building can be considered the face of the house, since this structure has the ability to tell visitors a lot of interesting things about its owner. It is here that visitors and guests feel a connection with nature, and therefore it is advisable to design the interior design of the veranda exclusively from natural materials. Decking is allowed as a floor covering, and the walls can be decorated with clapboard. However, clapboard can also be used for exterior decoration.

Stages of preparation for terrace construction

A properly constructed terrace becomes a great place for family "parties", receiving guests in the barbecue area or relaxing comfortably with a book in hand. That is why the question of how to optimally approach the construction process should be given a lot of attention.

Any project necessarily begins with a detailed plan. At this stage, it is important to decide what the size and configuration of the terrace will be. Several factors are taken into account:

• The purpose of the terrace - what it will be used for: for parties, as a recreation area, or to shelter ornamental plants.
• The area of ​​the plot - it is important to compare the size of the terrace with the available territory, so that there is no feeling of overloading the site.
• Lighting and external factors - it is advisable to choose a place where there is a lot of natural light, but at the same time it should not be too windy.
• Integration with the house - the terrace can be attached to the main building, create a smooth transition from the room to the street, or be a separate structure in the garden.

The choice of material for construction is no less important. This factor plays a significant role in terms of durability, appearance and interior decoration. Usually, the following materials are used in the construction of terraces:

• Wood - it has a warm and attractive appearance, but at the same time requires regular care for long-term operation.
• Composite materials - this type ideally combines polymers with wood fibers. They retain all the "pluses" of wood well and at the same time have increased resistance to environmental influences. An additional advantage of composites is the lack of the need for careful care.
• Stone or tile terrace - structures made of such material have an extremely expensive and stylish appearance. In addition, they withstand various weather conditions well and do not require complex care.
• The preparatory stage can also include laying the foundation of the terrace. It can have a ribbon appearance - this format will be appropriate for stone or tile terraces. The columnar version is well suited to wooden terraces. Its installation involves the installation of poles at a certain distance from each other for the subsequent installation of structures. Another type is pile. It is used when the soil of the landscape is determined to be unstable.

Stages and advantages of building a turnkey terrace

The main construction work consists in installing the frame, covering and roof. The frame is the basis of the entire structure, on which the decking will be laid in the future. Usually it is made of wooden or metal beams, while it is important to calculate the load in advance. The distance between the beams is generally from 40 to 60 cm, depending on the thickness of the material. It is also recommended to make a small slope of 1-2% - so that water does not accumulate on the terrace.

The decking of the terrace is the main part that is most often exposed to external factors. Therefore, in addition to the correct choice of material, some other points are important. These include waterproofing, which is made of special films or membranes. When laying tiles or boards, it is necessary to leave a gap of 5-7 mm between the material for ventilation and water drainage. Special self-tapping screws are used to fasten the railings, protected from corrosion processes.

All these stages are performed by construction companies if the customer decides to turn to them for services. In addition to the main construction processes, they also perform design, calculations, create estimates and deliver materials to the location. That is why the turnkey terrace construction service from RСC ALBA will be most acceptable for those who value saving time and money.