10 Popular Outdoor Projects for Muskoka Homes & Cottages
"What outdoor project should we tackle this season?" We hear that one at the counter every spring—and again when the cottage opens for the summer. The good news? You don't need a full reno to make the yard work harder. Here are ten popular outdoor projects Muskoka homeowners and cottagers keep asking about, what they're good for, and the materials we usually send people home with. 🌲 1. Deck Still the king of outdoor living. A deck adds space to sit, eat and watch the lake without eating into the lawn. Scale and design decide how long it takes—a simple platform can be a DIY weekend; a multi-level build may need a contractor and a permit check. Material choice is the big fork in the road: Pressure-treated MicroPro Sienna decking for a solid, workhorse build Trex or MoistureShield composite if you want less staining and scrubbing ( https://www.chamberlaintimbermart.ca/pd/web-moistureshield-vantage-compsite-decking/8980 ) 👉 Pair it with railing that won't figh...