BigDecks OG · Signature 4×12 · Austin, Texas # The original *BigDecks.* Custom real-wood decks, designed and built in Austin. Our signature OG 4×12 brings generous scale, long wood lines, and a backyard shaped around the way you live. [Price your deck →](https://bigdecks.co/price/)[Meet the OG 4×12 ↗](https://bigdecks.co/#signature) Start with the OG 4×12 in our deck pricing tool. [★★★★★ **5.0** on Google · 19 reviews](https://bigdecks.co/#reviews) ![A broad wood deck connecting dark garden buildings, with a lounge area and mature trees](https://bigdecks.co/images/projects/courtyard-wide-web.webp) BigDecks / Big boards. Long lines. 01 / The BigDecks signature ## [The OG 4×12 deck ↗](https://bigdecks.co/#signature) The big-board arrangement at the heart of BigDecks. Douglas fir or Western red cedar. 02 / Your daily escape ## [Outdoor bathing ↗](https://bigdecks.co/#bathing) Sauna, cold plunge, shower, and the landscape around them. 03 / The setting around it ## [Landscape & stonework ↗](https://bigdecks.co/#landscape) Selective planting, limestone, pathways, and steel edging. Designed and built together. ![Broad wood decking with exposed board ends and long continuous lines beside a warmly lit garden building](https://bigdecks.co/images/projects/Forrest-127-web.webp) The BigDecks character / Generous boards, visible grain, considered details Our flagship deck ## The OG 4×12. *Unmistakably BigDecks.* This is the board arrangement that defines us: substantial 4×12 timber, laid in long, continuous runs with exposed steel nail heads. A strong rhythm across the deck. A bold edge you can see. Real wood you feel underfoot. - 4×12 profile: The substantial board that gives BigDecks its scale. - Long, continuous lines: A deliberate arrangement that carries your eye through the space. - Fir or cedar: Choose Douglas fir or Western red cedar for the OG profile. [Price the OG 4×12 →](https://bigdecks.co/price/?wood=og-df)[Explore woods & profiles](https://bigdecks.co/#materials) Selected work · Greater Austin ## See yourself *out here.* A place for slow mornings, long dinners, and a little time to yourself. Start with the way you want to live. ![A lounge chair and coffee table on a sunny wood deck beside the home](https://bigdecks.co/images/projects/BigDecks-MichaelHondorp-149-web.webp) Room for everyday life ### Your morning coffee has a new address. Natural wood underfoot. An easy step from the house. A reason to stay a little longer. ![A wood patio and lawn enclosed by a tall wood fence beneath a mature shade tree](https://bigdecks.co/images/projects/BigDecks-Hawkins-34-web.webp) One connected backyard ### Bring the whole yard together. Decking, shade, privacy, and the ground around them—planned as one space. ![A wood deck wrapping around a rectangular pool in a landscaped backyard](https://bigdecks.co/images/projects/pool-deck-view-web.webp) Built around the water ### A deck that makes the whole space work. Real wood connects the pool, the planting, and the places to spend the afternoon. More of our workFour more project views + ![A screened porch and gravel backyard beneath mature trees](https://bigdecks.co/images/projects/screened-porch-view-web.webp) A sheltered place to settle in ![Backyard putting green beside a rounded dining patio under a tree](https://bigdecks.co/images/projects/backyard-play-view-web.webp) Room to play. Room to gather. ![Lounge seating and a sun umbrella on a wood deck beside the home](https://bigdecks.co/images/projects/hong-24-web.webp) A backyard living room ![Wood soaking tub and outdoor shower beside a deck and horizontal privacy screen](https://bigdecks.co/images/projects/BigDecks-EvanStroh-91-web.webp) Outdoor bathing, down to the details [Let’s talk about your backyard →](https://bigdecks.co/#hero-quote) ![Barrel sauna beside a wood deck, stone landscape, and dark garden building](https://bigdecks.co/images/projects/Forrest-66-web.webp) Outdoor bathing / Built into the setting Outdoor bathing by BigDecks ## A little escape. *Every day.* A sauna, a cold plunge, a place to rinse. We help you choose the equipment and plan the deck, privacy, drainage, and landscape around it. Saunas · Cold plunges · Hot tubs Outdoor showers · Stone & landscape [Plan your bathing space →](https://bigdecks.co/#hero-quote) Every setup is quoted for its equipment, site, and installation. [Browse the equipment collection ↓](https://bigdecks.co/#lineup) [Plan a sauna](https://bigdecks.co/outdoor-sauna-austin/) · [Plan a cold plunge](https://bigdecks.co/cold-plunge-austin/) · [Bring it together](https://bigdecks.co/outdoor-bathing-austin/) ![Aerial view of wood decking, a curved seating wall, gravel, stone pavers, and sculptural planting](https://bigdecks.co/images/projects/landscape-and-paths-web.webp) Deck, planting & paths / Considered together Landscape & stonework ## From deck *to garden.* A few well-placed plants. Limestone underfoot. A clear path from one part of the yard to the next. - Selective planting: A West Texas plant palette, chosen for your site. - Limestone: Pavers, blocks, and steps that give the space shape. - Pathways: Thoughtful connections through the backyard. - Steel edging: Clean lines around planting and paths. Developed through [Design Assist](https://bigdecks.co/#design-assist), then built by BigDecks. We work through the planting, materials, and layout with you before construction. [Plan your outdoor space →](https://bigdecks.co/#hero-quote) Behind the finished work ## Good work shows. *Even before it’s done.* From the project archive: details being shaped and the crew bringing them together. This is the work behind the finished photographs. ![Notched wood components with chisels and a tape measure during construction](https://bigdecks.co/images/projects/joinery-in-progress.webp) **At the workbench**Notched components, hand tools, and the details taking shape. ![Two crew members positioning and checking a beam during outdoor construction](https://bigdecks.co/images/projects/crew-in-progress.webp) **On site**The crew positioning and checking the overhead framing. What that means for you ### Know what’s happening. See the care going in. A clear written scope, photo updates as the project takes shape, and a walkthrough at handoff. [How your project comes together →](https://bigdecks.co/#process) 5.0 on Google · 19 reviews ## What Austin homeowners say. ★★★★★ "Eduardo and Bernardo worked their magic, turning my outdoor space into something straight out of a design magazine. The Douglas fir is stunning and the craftsmanship is impeccable. If you want a deck that feels like an experience, not just a structure, these are the guys to call." Noah M. · Austin ★★★★★ "From start to finish the team delivered outstanding work and transformed our outdoor space beyond our expectations. They resurfaced our deck with beautiful Douglas fir and built a stunning awning and pergola, with incredible attention to detail." Justin C. · Austin ★★★★★ "John, Gifford, Bernardo and Armando are a fantastic team. Their guidance and excellent design eye resulted in a beautiful backyard." Kristie T. · Dripping Springs ★★★★★ "I reached out and within 2 days John was at my house giving me a quote. 10 days later the project was completed and I was happy as a clam. Quick, honest, reasonably priced and professional. I cannot recommend them enough." Nick P. · Austin ★★★★★ "Big Decks used quality materials and provided the most incredible patio space for our wellness community. The team was kind and hard working even on the long, hot days. Now that I have experienced Big Decks, I will never need anyone else." Katherine S. · Austin ★★★★★ "Obsessed with my new deck. Looks so clean and modern. The team is amazing, super efficient with a high attention to detail. Would hire again for any project." Devon F. · Austin [Read all 19 reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=BigDecks%20Austin&query_place_id=ChIJvWgse1PaikER60DsYCk22fM) Let’s make it yours ## Good projects start with a conversation. Tell us what you have in mind. We’ll help you find the right scope, materials, and next step. [Looking for a straightforward pine deck? Meet Standard →](https://bigdecks.co/#standard) ### Tell us about your project Four required details. We reply within one business day. Our process ## A clear path from idea to backyard. ### Make your request Tell us what you're building. Send photos, sizes, or just an idea. ### Site visit We come out, take measurements, and talk through wood, finish, and layout. ### Design Assist, when the project calls for it Landscape and stonework are developed through Design Assist, along with projects that need a site plan or several components. See the layout in 3D and work through planting, materials, and details with us before BigDecks builds it. This paid design service is credited toward your build when you move forward. ### Quote and schedule A clear, written scope and price. Approve it and we lock your install dates. ### Install and handoff We build on schedule, keep the site clean, and close with a full walkthrough. What to expect ## How we work. ### On-time scheduling We work hard to hit every date we set, and most of the time we do. Weather is the one thing we cannot control, and a long stretch of it can move a timeline. When that happens we tell you early and keep the schedule honest. ### Clean job sites Work areas stay organized and controlled. No lingering chaos. ### Clear written scope Every install begins with a written scope so expectations stay aligned start to finish. ### Photo-documented progress Each phase is documented, so you always see what's happening and when. ### Final walkthrough We close every install with a structured walkthrough and formal handoff. Also from BigDecks ## Standard Decks A straightforward pressure-treated pine deck for everyday use. **Popular sizes from $4,600.** See sizes, pricing & finish options + ### Straightforward pine. Practical sizes. A real place for the grill, the chairs, and the people you want around. Standard Decks keeps it straightforward: pressure-treated pine, practical sizes, and options you choose. The Standard specification - Pressure-treated pine structure **and** decking - Ring-shank nail construction - Unfinished by default - Finish available separately, à la carte - Built to code. Installed by BigDecks. A simple start ### 12 × 12 144 sq ft · ground level Room for the grill and a few chairs. Make more of a small backyard. From $4,600 [Ask about this size →](https://bigdecks.co/#hero-quote) Room to gather ### 12 × 16 192 sq ft · ground level Space for outdoor dining and a comfortable place to settle in. From $6,100 [Ask about this size →](https://bigdecks.co/#hero-quote) Ready to host ### 16 × 20 320 sq ft · ground level A dining area and a lounge area, with room to move between them. From $10,200 [Ask about this size →](https://bigdecks.co/#hero-quote) Starting prices cover the unfinished pine deck, standard footings on a normal lot, installation, and cleanup. Site conditions and final scope are confirmed before your written quote. Finish from $575; pine railing from $55 per foot. Steps, shade, demolition, and unusual access or grade are quoted separately. [Price a different size →](https://bigdecks.co/price/?wood=pt54) Explore woods, board profiles & optional finishes Pick your wood. Pick your finish. ## Materials & finishes. Start with the signature OG 4×12 in Douglas fir or Western red cedar. Explore the other real-wood profiles and finishes to find the right expression for your project. BigDecks · Real wood ### The full range. Solid wood decking, finished in Cutek Extreme. Our OG profile is a 4x12, run long and continuous with exposed steel nail heads. The same look comes in fir or cedar. Douglas Fir **OG**4x12 profile. Long continuous boards, exposed steel nail heads. Douglas Fir2x10 profile. The architectural look at less scale. Western Red Cedar **OG**4x12 profile. Lighter tone, lighter weight. Western Red Cedar2x10 profile. Warm, reddish, soft underfoot. Ipe5/4x6 dense tropical hardwood. Naturally dark, extremely durable. Thermally modifiedThermo ash or spruce. Heat-treated for rot resistance, deep even brown. BigDecks Standard · Pressure-treated pine ### Pine first. Finish optional. Standard Decks uses pressure-treated pine for the structure and surface, with ring-shank nail construction. It comes unfinished. Choose an optional heavy-body finish separately; the color is matched to a physical sample before application. Rustic Cedar Ginger Brown Butternut Harvest Gold Chocolate Wenge Mink Bistre Tan Fawn Colonial Beige Monterey Gray Steely Sea Timberline Forest Tiles are our standard colors. Custom colors mixed to your selection. Final match is made to a physical sample before we finish. ### Board profiles, drawn to scale. End cross-sections at their dressed dimensions. The OG is the 4x12, the big board the whole look is built on. Explore fencing, metalwork & landscape services What we build ## Backyards built to be lived in. Decking, privacy, shade, and landscape can all be part of the same plan. We define the scope and price before work starts. ### Custom Decks Real-wood decks in Douglas fir, Western red cedar, ipe, or thermally modified wood. Built right, properly sloped to drain, finished in penetrating Cutek Extreme oil. An optional color finish is available for pressure-treated builds. ### Outdoor Bathing Saunas, cold plunges, hot tubs, and copper outdoor showers, built into the deck. We size the whole ritual to your footprint and set it on engineered drainage with easy service access. ### Wood & Steel Fencing Privacy screens, boundary fencing, and ornamental walls that anchor the landscape. Functional, clean, and built to complement the deck and the rest of the yard. ### Welding & Metalwork Strength meets style. Precision metalwork from structural framing to sleek custom accents and gates. It is the detail that gives every BigDecks project its edge. ### Carpentry Craftsmanship with backbone. From custom decks to fine detailing, traditional skill meets modern design. Structures that feel solid, look sharp, and stand the test of time. Every cut counts. ### Landscape & stonework Selective West Texas planting, limestone pavers, blocks and steps, pathways, and steel edging. Developed through Design Assist as part of your outdoor space, then built by BigDecks. Browse saunas, plunges, showers & landscape materials The full lineup ## Outdoor bathing, end to end. Saunas, cold plunges, hot tubs, showers, and the ground around them. We spec the unit, then design and build it into the deck. Prices are manufacturer list and exclude shipping and install. ![Orca Sauna](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/orca-sauna-web.webp) ### Orca Sauna By quote Cedar-shake cabin, seats 2 to 4. HUUM Cliff 6 kW electric, hand-built in the USA by Harbor Saunas. ![ThermaSol Vue Cabin](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/thermasol-vue-web.webp) ### ThermaSol Vue Cabin $72,959 Panoramic-glass cabin, seats up to 4. 9 kW electric, delivered fully assembled. ![Iglucraft Single Iglusauna](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/iglucraft-single-web.webp) ### Iglucraft Single Iglusauna From $19,900 Wood-fired pod, spruce shingles, seats 4. Fully assembled. ![Iglucraft Double Iglusauna](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/iglucraft-double-web.webp) ### Iglucraft Double Iglusauna From $25,900 Two-room pod with changing room, seats 4 to 6. Fully assembled. ![SaunaLife G11](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/saunalife-g11-web.webp) ### SaunaLife G11 $14,990 Garden Series suite kit with changing room, seats up to 8. ![SaunaLife CL12GCP](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/saunalife-cl12gcp-web.webp) ### SaunaLife CL12GCP $10,990 Cube Luxury suite kit, glass front, seats up to 8. ![SaunaLife EE8G](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/saunalife-ee8g-web.webp) ### SaunaLife EE8G $7,190 Glass-front barrel kit, Ergo Elegance series, seats up to 6. ![Mande MW20 ThermoWood](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/mande-mw20-web.webp) ### Mande MW20 ThermoWood From $8,999 ThermoWood square cabin, seats 5 to 6. Electric or wood-fired, delivery and assembly included. ![Custom](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/custom-sauna-web.webp) ### Custom By quote Drawn from a blank sheet for your site. Form, wood, heater, and glazing all open. ![SaunaLife S1NC](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/saunalife-s1nc-web.webp) ### SaunaLife S1NC $5,340 One-person immersion tub, combination chiller and heater, natural finish. ![SaunaLife S2NC](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/saunalife-s2nc-web.webp) ### SaunaLife S2NC $7,120 Two-person immersion tub, combination chiller and heater, natural finish. ![SaunaLife S2BC](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/saunalife-s2bc-web.webp) ### SaunaLife S2BC $7,320 Two-person immersion tub, combination chiller and heater, black finish. ![Icetubs IceBath](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/icetubs-icebath-web.webp) ### Icetubs IceBath From $11,495 Thermowood and stainless cold-therapy bath. Chilled immersion, built-in filtration. ![Iglucraft Wood-Burning](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/iglucraft-hottub-web.webp) ### Iglucraft Wood-Burning $14,900 Wood-fired, spruce shingles, seats up to 5. Fully assembled. ![SaunaLife S6N](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/saunalife-s6n-web.webp) ### SaunaLife S6N $6,690 Soak Series wood-burning tub, natural finish, seats up to 7. ![SaunaLife S6B](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/saunalife-s6b-web.webp) ### SaunaLife S6B $6,990 Soak Series wood-burning tub, black finish, seats up to 7. ![Mande MWT4](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/mande-mwt4-web.webp) ### Mande MWT4 From $5,490 Wood-fired, fiberglass insert, seats 4. Delivery and install included. ![Orca Cold](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/orca-cold-web.webp) ### Orca Cold $1,380 Copper and brass, cold-water rinse. The most compact format. ![Orca Standard](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/orca-standard-web.webp) ### Orca Standard $1,630 Copper and brass, hot-and-cold mixer. The everyday riser height. ![Orca Extended](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/orca-extended-web.webp) ### Orca Extended $1,830 Copper and brass, hot and cold on a taller extended riser. ![Cream limestone pavers](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/limestone-pavers-web.webp) ### Cream limestone pavers Per project Cut Texas limestone, sawn or chopped, set on a screenings base. Warm cream that ages soft. ![Limestone screenings](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/limestone-screenings-web.webp) ### Limestone screenings Per project Crushed fines that compact into a firm, permeable base under pavers and paths. ![Pea gravel](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/pea-gravel-web.webp) ### Pea gravel Per project Smooth rounded gravel for loose drainage and informal paths. Good in the splash zone. ![Decomposed granite](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/decomposed-granite-web.webp) ### Decomposed granite Per project Crushed granite fines, natural or stabilized. A firm path surface in warm tan. ![Irregular limestone](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/irregular-limestone-web.webp) ### Irregular limestone Per project Natural slabs for stepping paths and patio insets. Reads handmade. ![Boulders](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/boulders-web.webp) ### Boulders Per project Accent stone for edges, grade changes, and drainage runs. ![Heavy-duty steel edging](https://bigdecks.co/images/products/steel-edging-web.webp) ### Heavy-duty steel edging Per project Heavy-gauge raw steel that holds gravel and DG lines crisp. Patinas rust-brown. Manufacturer list pricing, shown for reference. Final pricing is set per project and includes delivery, install, and the deck and stonework we build around it. [Get a quote on your setup](https://bigdecks.co/#quote) Free quote ## Let's build your backyard. Free quotes. Clear pricing. Built to last. Tell us what you're dreaming up, or call or text us at **(737) 378-4363**. We reach out within one business day. A written scope and clear price before any work starts. Serving Greater Austin and surrounding areas. ### Get your free quote A few quick details and we'll take it from there. A few common questions ## Good to know. **What materials do you build with?** Our signature OG 4×12 comes in Douglas fir or Western red cedar, arranged in long, continuous runs with exposed steel nail heads. We also build with other real-wood profiles, ipe, and thermally modified wood. Standard Decks uses pressure-treated pine and comes unfinished, with a finish available separately. **Do you build saunas, cold plunges, and hot tubs?** Yes. We build the full outdoor bathing setup: saunas, cold plunges, hot tubs, and copper outdoor showers, plus the landscape around them. We spec the units from makers like Orca, SaunaLife, Iglucraft, and Icetubs, then design the deck and drainage around them so it reads as one piece. **How is a project priced?** Per project, with one clear written quote before any work starts. After a site visit we put the full scope, materials, and price in writing. No work begins until you approve it. **Do you charge for design?** For straightforward builds, no. Projects with a site plan or multiple components use Design Assist, a paid 3D design and plan. You can see the layout and work through the decisions before construction. The fee is credited toward your build when you move forward. **How long does a deck take to build?** Most projects run a few weeks from the day we break ground, depending on size, materials, and scope. You get a defined timeline before we start, and we run installs on schedule. **What maintenance does the wood need?** Maintenance depends on your wood and chosen finish. We explain the care plan at handoff. Standard Decks comes unfinished by default; if you purchase a finish, its care requirements are included in that plan. **Do you handle permits and inspections?** At your request, we manage permits and inspections for you. Otherwise, clients handle permits directly — and we tell you exactly what your project needs either way. ## Ready to build your backyard? Real wood. Size matters. Free quotes, clear pricing, built to last. Tell us what you're dreaming up. [Price your deck](https://bigdecks.co/price/) [Call (737) 378-4363](tel:+17373784363) --- [View this page](https://bigdecks.co/) · [Contact BigDecks](https://bigdecks.co/contact/) · [Agent guide](https://bigdecks.co/llms.txt)