…we decided on more coverage.
After our deck gazebo demise we’ve been considering new options for our deck and how to get protection from the afternoon sun. Here’s what we came up with…
Joshua came over to help his father and I got to lend a hand here and there. This wouldn’t have been as easy without Joshua’s help. Thank you Josh!
We are on the same wave length as the Space Needle make over for the 50th anniversary of the World’s Fair with Galaxy Gold…
We’re calling our color terracotta and that’s the color of our new deck stain.
Here are some interesting facts about the Space Needle…
When the Space Needle was built in 1962 it was the tallest building west of the Mississippi River.
The Space Needle had the second revolving restaurant in the world. The first one was in the Ala Moana shopping mall in Hawaii (now closed). There are now hundreds of turntables throughout the world.
One of the best sellers during the fair was a Needle-shaped gold charm with a light in it, selling for about $75 in 1962. Another was a 9-inch high chrome lighter in the shape of the Needle.
The center of gravity for the Space Needle is 5 feet above the ground.
The original nickname of the Space Needle was “The Space Cage.” The original name of the restaurant was “Eye of the Needle.”
We had so much fun in the sun over the weekend and we are still promised a good stretch. It was timely to get the deck structures up. Have a great week everyone!
The Happy Wonderer ~ ellen b. 
Love your new deck and gazebo(s)!
Looks classy Ellen. The perfect outdoor venue for all your great cooking and parties.
Here’s a tip: when setting a table outside, remember to put forks on the napkins so they don’t blow away. :-b
Sweet! There are advantages to having the old gazebo fall down 🙂 Looks great.
Now that looks just fantastic! You should get lots of protection from the sun there.
I’m loving that terracotta color!
I’m liken it! I hope the weather is good to you so you can take advantage of that beautiful deck.
A fabulous umbrella configuration for your deck! We land up retreating to our front porch whenever the afternoon sun beats down on our patio. I think we need to take notes here!
Ellen, your house it turning into a very fine house! If walls and “rufs” could talk! I’s sure they’d talk about the wonderful new owners.
Oh how wonderful!
Oh, how pretty! I can see lots of good fellowship on that deck!
I love the size of your deck! Terra Cotta is one of my favorite outdoor colors.