Ever look at that beautiful pole barn in your backyard and think “Blah”? Wish you could do something more? With Milmar Post Buildings, the opportunities for you to add onto your structure are limitless. We’re here to make take your structure to the next level.
Below are a few ideas on how we can help spice up the exterior of your pole barn, as well as some advice on making your concrete floor stand out.
Add a Lean-to — A lean-to is a structure built the side of a building that stands on it’s own, and generally is used as a simple shelter. Adding one to the side of your pole barn adds character.
Create a Silo — If you’re trying to spruce up your own personal barn, adding a silo gives your structure storage capabilities as well as a nice aesthetic feel. In the mold of a traditional farmhouse, the cylindrical shape can hammer home a countryside-style.
A Car Port — If your pole barn functions as an office or the meeting point for projects, consider adding a carport. Similar to a lean-to, a carport is easy to construct and gives your new addition a practical use. Now guests and employees can keep their car better protected from harsh conditions.
Walk-out balcony — If you’ve utilized the interior of your pole barn into multiple levels, placing a walk-out balcony outside of the second floor. Now you have a space to take a break, sip a beverage, read a book and soak in the scenery.
Wood Shed to Store Firewood — If your barn is near a forest, or if you enjoy lighting a fire outside as the temperature cools off, consider a structure to stow away firewood. It’s simple to build, and adding a lean-to roof keeps the wood dry from rain.
Stained Concrete Floor
The interior of your structure is a blank canvass for whatever design itch you need scratched. Because a pole barn is simple to erect and very cheap, budgeting money to fix a specialized interior is much easier.
Customizing your concrete floor is the first step to untapping your creative side. Staining your concrete floor has become a popular style for many homeowners. You can add accents, both dynamic and faint color schemes or personalized graphics.
Choose between acid and water-based stains to achieve different but effective results. Acid-based last longer, won’t fade or erode, and naturally achieves a more rustic look. Water-based are less of a pain to coat and are a less-messy cleanup. Also they’re less toxic and better for the environment.
Stay tuned to see more from MILMAR Post Buildings, as we begin offering home improvement services in addition to our top-of-the-line pole barns.