Building a terrace at the cottage

To date, most summer residents have terraces in their cottages. So why not arrange such a pleasant place to relax, besides, it will not only decorate your site, but also give it a complete look.But before proceeding to the arrangement of the terrace, it should be noted that it should not be confused with the veranda. A terrace is a fenced area with a base that can have a canopy or roof, and a veranda is an extension to a house.The terrace at the cottage can be built of wood, brick, concrete or other materials. Wooden terraces are the most successful because their construction does not require large investments, they have an aesthetic appearance, are environmentally friendly and their design is easy to change. A classic-style terrace will perfectly complement the interior of the cottage, only a floral design will be needed.When starting the construction of the terrace, you should prepare the area on which it will be located, clean and mark it according to the project. After that, the foundation is filled in, and the beams that will form the base of the floor are laid. At the same time, supports for the walls and roof are fixed in the foundation. At the next stage of the work, beams, logs and trusses are being installed, and roof slopes are being formed. After these works, you can start installing the walls and roofing. This completes the construction of the terrace, and you can proceed to its decoration.The choice of finishing material is very diverse, it can be stone, wooden panels or clapboard. An important point in this case is to protect against ingress of moisture, cold and insects, to prevent this, it is necessary to use antiseptics. Also, the seams and joints must be sealed. To use the terrace in the cold season, you can glaze it by ordering double-glazed windows for the openings, which will be fixed on the terrace using removable brackets and special fittings. For insulation, mineral wool and a layer of vapor barrier should be used, after which decorative finishing materials can be installed.The choice of a place to build a terrace, of course, depends on the conditions of the area. You can decorate its railings and railings with greenery. If the terrace is open, you can install light umbrellas from the sun and rain. Arranging a terrace is undoubtedly a troublesome business, but after spending time on this work, you will gain a favorite place. Relaxing on the terrace will be comfortable, bring joy, positive mood and enjoyment of enjoying nature. Pogledajte na FairPari.com bonusi i čestim pitanjima.