Porches
Porches That Welcome & Inspire
Your porch sets the tone for your home. We are your local, licensed, and insured pros to create a custom porch design that blends beauty and functionality that offers a perfect spot for relaxation or entertaining.
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A great porch changes the way you live at home. It's the place where mornings slow down and evenings feel a little longer.
Aaric Woodyard
OWNER & MASTER CRAFTSMAN
FROM THE OWNER
Our Promise
Our Promise
Your outdoor space should be an investment in comfort, beauty, and value. At Kaw Valley Outdoor Company we deliver all three without shortcuts, without surprises.
Your outdoor space should be an investment in comfort, beauty, and value. At Kaw Valley Outdoor Company we deliver all three without shortcuts, without surprises.
Years of Expereince
Average Reviews
Award Nominations
Outdoor Transformations
OPEN VS COVERED VS ENCLOSED
PORCH Comparisions
PORCH Comparisions
A detailed breakdown of porch types to help you make an informed decision based on long-term value and usage patterns.
Criteria
Open
Covered
Enclosed
Budget
$$ - Lower Entry
$$$ - Mid Range
$$$$ - Premium
Budget
Maintenance
Bi-Annual Cleaning & Sealing
Annual Light Wash
Minimal
Maintenance
Seasonal Usage
2.5 Seasons
3 Seasons
4 Seasons
Seasonal Usage
Average Lifetime
20-25 Years
30-35 YEars
40+ Years
Average Lifetime
Furniture Exosure
Exposed TO Elements
Protected From Rain
Full Protection
Furniture Exosure
Transforming
Outdoor Spaces
From Fencline To Backdoor
Transforming
Outdoor Spaces
From Fencline To Backdoor
Transforming
Outdoor Spaces
From Fencline To Backdoor
Additional Options
Integrated Addons
Personalize your porch with professional features designed for ultimate comfort and architectural flair.
Shade Solutions
Perfect For Permanent Shade
Roof Extension
Extends your existing roofline to create a shaded outdoor space that feels intentional, protected, and fully integrated with your home.
Perfect For All-Weather Living
Attached Pavilion
Offers solid-roof, all-weather shelter, enabling year-round use of outdoor kitchens and fireplace lounges. for refined al fresco dining.
Perfect For Filtered Shade
Attached Pergola
Artfully filters sunlight while maintaining an open-air architectural aesthetic.
Perfect For Permanent Shade
Roof Extension
Extends your existing roofline to create a shaded outdoor space that feels intentional, protected, and fully integrated with your home.
Perfect For Permanent Shade
Roof Extension
Extends your existing roofline to create a shaded outdoor space that feels intentional, protected, and fully integrated with your home.
Perfect For All-Weather Living
Attached Pavilion
Offers solid-roof, all-weather shelter, enabling year-round use of outdoor kitchens and fireplace lounges. for refined al fresco dining.
Perfect For All-Weather Living
Attached Pavilion
Offers solid-roof, all-weather shelter, enabling year-round use of outdoor kitchens and fireplace lounges. for refined al fresco dining.
Perfect For Filtered Shade
Attached Pergola
Artfully filters sunlight while maintaining an open-air architectural aesthetic.
Perfect For Filtered Shade
Attached Pergola
Artfully filters sunlight while maintaining an open-air architectural aesthetic.
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Essentials
Stairs
Standard Straight Stairs
Picture-Framed Stairs
Wide Gathering Stairs
Curved Stairs
Landings
Railings
Wood Railings
Composite Railings
Cable Railings
Glass Panels
Metal Railings
Lighting
Post Cap Lights
Stair Riser Lights
Under-Rail Lighting
In-Deck Accent Lights
Storage
Under-Deck Storage
Bench Storage
Utility Access Panels
Stairs
Standard Straight Stairs
Picture-Framed Stairs
Wide Gathering Stairs
Curved Stairs
Landings
Railings
Wood Railings
Composite Railings
Cable Railings
Glass Panels
Metal Railings
Lighting
Post Cap Lights
Stair Riser Lights
Under-Rail Lighting
In-Deck Accent Lights
Storage
Under-Deck Storage
Bench Storage
Utility Access Panels
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Material Options
EXPLORE MATERIALS
Curated selection of premium materials for exceptional outdoor living spaces.
Natural Wood
Softwood
Red Cedar
Pressure Treated
Southern Yellow Pine
Pressure Treated
Ceder Tone Pine
Softwood
Red Cedar
Pressure Treated
Southern Yellow Pine
Pressure Treated
Ceder Tone Pine
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COMPOSITE
PVC
Composite
Trex
Composite
Moisture Shield
Composite
Deckorators
Composite
TimberTech
Composite
Trex
Composite
Moisture Shield
Composite
Deckorators
Composite
TimberTech
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Premium Vinyl
PVC
Wolf
PVC
Fiberon
PVC
TimberTech
PVC
Azek
PVC
Wolf
PVC
Fiberon
PVC
TimberTech
PVC
Azek
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EXOtic Wood
Hardwood
Ipe
Hardwood
Teak
Hardwood
Mahogany
Hardwood
Tigerwood
Hardwood
Ipe
Hardwood
Teak
Hardwood
Mahogany
Hardwood
Tigerwood
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Wood vs Engineered
Material Comparisions
Material Comparisions
A clear comparison of wood and engineered decking materials for porches to guide your decision.
Criteria
Wood
Composite
PVC
Budget
$$ - Lower Entry
$$$ - Mid Range
$$$$ - Premium
Budget
Maintenance
Bi-Annual Cleaning, Staining, & Sealing
Occasional Cleaning No Sealing
Minimal Cleaning
Maintenance
Appearence
Natural Grain
Wood like with consistent Color
Uniform Modern appereance
Appearence
Resistance
Requires Staining & Sealing
Resistant to Insects & Moisture
Fully Water & Rot Proof
Resistance
Average Lifetime
20-25 Years
30-35 YEars
40+ Years
Average Lifetime
Fading
Low
High
Very High
Fading
Transforming
Outdoor Spaces
From Fencline To Backdoor
Transforming
Outdoor Spaces
From Fencline To Backdoor
Transforming
Outdoor Spaces
From Fencline To Backdoor
Designs
Pick Your Aesthetic
From clean lines to rustic textures, choose the architectural language that speaks to your home’s character.
Layouts
Raised Elevation
Lifted platform for a standout look.
Elevated off the ground for better views
Ideal for uneven terrain
Raised Elevation
Lifted platform for a standout look.
Elevated off the ground for better views
Ideal for uneven terrain
Wraparound
Extends around multiple sides of the home.
Spacious and connected
Great for entertaining
Wraparound
Extends around multiple sides of the home.
Spacious and connected
Great for entertaining
Multi-Level
Different elevations connected by stairs.
Great for slopes
Creates “rooms” outdoors
Multi-Level
Different elevations connected by stairs.
Great for slopes
Creates “rooms” outdoors
Platform
Low to the ground, no railing required.
Sleek and simple
Indoor–outdoor flow
Platform
Low to the ground, no railing required.
Sleek and simple
Indoor–outdoor flow
Patterns
Parallel Decking
The most common layout. Boards run the same direction.
Clean, timeless
Works with any material
Diagonal Decking
Boards run at a 45° angle.
Makes decks feel wider
Hides imperfections
Chevron Decking
Similar to herringbone, but boards meet at clean angles.
Very polished, architectural feel
Requires precise cuts
Herringbone Decking
Boards laid in a zig-zag V pattern.
High-end, custom look
Strong visual movement
Inlay / Accent Strip
Contrasting board color or material set into the field.
Adds depth and customization
Can define zones (grill, seating)
Picture Frame
A border surrounds the deck with interior boards running straight or diagonal.
Clean, finished edges
Helps prevent board end exposure
Parallel Decking
The most common layout. Boards run the same direction.
Clean, timeless
Works with any material
Diagonal Decking
Boards run at a 45° angle.
Makes decks feel wider
Hides imperfections
Chevron Decking
Similar to herringbone, but boards meet at clean angles.
Very polished, architectural feel
Requires precise cuts
Herringbone Decking
Boards laid in a zig-zag V pattern.
High-end, custom look
Strong visual movement
Inlay / Accent Strip
Contrasting board color or material set into the field.
Adds depth and customization
Can define zones (grill, seating)
Picture Frame
A border surrounds the deck with interior boards running straight or diagonal.
Clean, finished edges
Helps prevent board end exposure
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Styles
Craftsman
Traditional joinery and detailed railing systems. A timeless look that adds warmth and heritage to any home.
Craftsman
Traditional joinery and detailed railing systems. A timeless look that adds warmth and heritage to any home.
Rustic
Heavy timber framing, exposed joinery, and natural cedar accents for a rugged mountain feel.
Rustic
Heavy timber framing, exposed joinery, and natural cedar accents for a rugged mountain feel.
Classic
Symmetrical patterns, white vinyl railings, and integrated planters for a timeless look.
Classic
Symmetrical patterns, white vinyl railings, and integrated planters for a timeless look.
Modern
Clean lines, hidden fasteners, and metal cable railings. Perfect for contemporary estates.
Modern
Clean lines, hidden fasteners, and metal cable railings. Perfect for contemporary estates.
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