Create a Stress-Free Inspirational Zen Deck…Virtually Anywhere on Your Property
In a high-stress world, every home enthusiast dreams of having a natural oasis to offer peaceful reflection or a serene experience with nature. Or, gardeners may simply wish to be immersed in their lush plantings. The myth is that you can’t have a ground-level deck on your property without having it attached to the house or digging footers and pouring concrete for posts. These are tasks that could harm existing root systems, interfere with utility lines or require back-breaking labor.
You can have the Zen deck of your dreams faster and easier with Bison Deck Pedestals.
It is also possible that not every property has a space that is completely level. However, if you’ve dreamed of a zen-inspired deck, the solution may be as easy as clicking on Amazon.com or going to select home centers or their websites!
Bison Innovative Products, in collaboration with DAP Global, Inc., has introduced the Level.Up Adjustable Deck Pedestal System for building ground-level, free-standing decks with no digging, concrete or mess. And no worries about accidentally digging up roots, sprinklers or irrigation systems or needing to replace them. Having a zen-inspired garden deck built with a handy kit is now possible almost anywhere on a property with the Level.Up pedestal system. It installs quickly and easily over stable, compacted soil, or even gravel. The deck can even cover unsightly pavers or concrete slabs without the need to demo and remove them.
The Level.Up Pedestal system consists of four components that stack and nest together to support the deck’s joist substructure. The telescoping Adjustable Pedestal can be easily raised or lowered by hand-twisting to adjust for height. Each deck pedestal can adjust from 2 inches to 5-1/2 inches in height.
The pedestals can also be leveled to compensate for up to a maximum of 8 percent ground slope on compact or solid surfaces by using the Slope Leveler component. One Slope Leveler compensates for up to 2 percent slope (1/4-inch per foot) and up to four Slope Levelers can be stacked under each pedestal.
“It is easier than ever to build a beautiful, freestanding deck to create a tranquil space, without ever breaking ground,” said Jennifer Johnson, Business Development Manager at DAP. “Consider the deck surface to be nature’s palette and then add lush plantings, water features, rugs, cushions and more!”
Kyle Davisson of Davisson Construction Services, who recently completed a project in Blacksburg, Virginia using the Level.Up system, noted the labor-saving benefits.
“This pedestal system saves a lot of time by reducing the need to dig footers, pour concrete, wait for it to cure and set your posts. Along with the comprehensive kit, you just need regular tools and the deck materials.” He noted that because the deck can go almost anywhere on the property, you don’t have to attach it to the house with a ledger board.
The Level.Up Adjustable Deck Pedestals attach to wood joists with typical composite or wood planks attached on the surface.
Materials Needed To Build Your Zen Deck :
Bison Level.Up 12-Pedestal Kit – each kit builds an 8-foot-wide x 10-foot-long deck using 2×6 nominal lumber One or more kits may be used for a customizable deck design. And, because it’s ground-level, no railings are needed.
Optional Accessories (sold separately to provide additional height, leveling, or deck expansion).
- 1-1/2 and 4-inch Height Adjustment Couplers to increase pedestal height
- Slope Levelers to keep pedestals level
- 1/2-inch Fixed Height Pedestal for low height support
- Flexible Shims for minor leveling adjustments
- Two-Pedestal Expansion Kit that allows the user to add an additional joist or 16 inches of width to the deck.
Surface Decking Material:
- Wood Decking – Use exterior grade, pressure-treated yellow pine or cedar to ensure durability and longevity. (Note: bi-annual treatment may be necessary).
- Composite Decking – Consider composites, for lower maintenance and wide color selection. Install boards with the manufacturer’s recommended gap to ensure expansion/contraction movement and drainage. Since the deck is only 8X10, it’s well worth the investment!
Hidden Deck Fasteners:
- For a softer look and no popped screw heads, hidden fasteners will make for a sleeker design. Some brands include CAMO, Faster Master and Simpson Strong Tie. Please note that some systems require grooved deck boards as opposed to square-edged.
Zen & Nature-Inspired Features:
- Bench Seating or large pillows for back support posture.
- Pots & Planters – with sweet smelling plants and lush greenery.
- Water Feature: A shallow stone basin with a solar-powered pump—silent during the day, gentle trickling at night.
- Lighting: Recessed Solar Lighting for glow without glare.
- Concealed storage under benches—but waterproofing lids is a must.
Manufactured from heavy-duty engineered polymer, the Level.Up Adjustable Pedestal and Fixed Height Pedestal hold up to 750 lbs. per pedestal. They are weather-, freeze-, and mold-resistant, offering long-lasting performance in many environments.
The Level.Up Adjustable Deck Pedestal Joist Support System (other than Flexible Shims) is backed by a 10-year limited warranty. It is currently available nationwide at The Home Depot.com and on Amazon.com, For more information, visit www.level-updecking.com and check out the video.
This inspirational zen deck project shows how a deck can be more than a flat surface—it can be an immersive, nature-connected space with minimal environmental impact. With careful planning and material choices, pro builders and serious DIYers can deliver high-value results that combine craftsmanship with wellness-oriented design.
