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# Texas Climate

April 19, 2026

## [Planning an Ipe Deck in Austin](https://bigdecks.co/blog/ipe-deck-builders-austin-engineering-the-40-year-outdoor-investment/)

Plan an Ipe deck around the way you use your yard, the specific boards proposed, and a clear agreement about finish, care, and construction scope.

[Read the guide →](https://bigdecks.co/blog/ipe-deck-builders-austin-engineering-the-40-year-outdoor-investment/)

April 11, 2026

## [Horizontal Cedar Fences in Austin: Layout, Privacy, and Finish](https://bigdecks.co/blog/horizontal-cedar-fence-austin-modern-design-meets-texas-durability/)

Consider the complete fence composition, from board rhythm and privacy to gates, grade changes, and the finish you want to maintain.

[Read the guide →](https://bigdecks.co/blog/horizontal-cedar-fence-austin-modern-design-meets-texas-durability/)

March 29, 2026

## [Designing a Deck Privacy Screen in Austin](https://bigdecks.co/blog/privacy-screen-for-the-deck-austin-design-material-guide/)

Start with the sightlines you want to change, then compare screen placement, openness, and materials as part of the deck layout.

[Read the guide →](https://bigdecks.co/blog/privacy-screen-for-the-deck-austin-design-material-guide/)

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