How to add storage space under your deck

A deck in your backyard can be a great place to entertain or for kids to play. You can have cookouts and enjoy being outdoors. That deck can also double as a storage space. If there’s space underneath your deck, turning it into a storage space is a great way to use it.

What do You Want to Store

It’s important to know ahead of time exactly what you want to store under your deck be it bikes, lawn mowers, kids toys, pool supplies... This is because the type of items you want to store will determine how you need to build the storage space and if it will need to be weather tight or lockable for security.

Building a Storage Space

If what you’re storing doesn’t need to be kept dry, then you can build a basic storage area. You’ll need to make sure that the ground underneath the deck is graded  away from the storage area to keep water from pooling-up under your deck. You’ll then need to cover the ground underneath the deck with garden  fabric or plastic and crushed stones. Use lattice to enclose the storage space and create a door with lattice or plywood so you can get into the storage space.

Waterproof the Storage Space

If what you need to store isn’t waterproof, you’ll need to make sure that the storage space stays dry. You can install a waterproof membrane below the deck just above the joists. The membrane can help keep everything within the storage area dry. You may want to make sure that the membrane system covers the sides of the storage unit as well as the top to keep everything completely dry.

Installing Storage Under Your Deck

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