Curved 20×14 Deck Cost
A curved 20×14 (280 sqft) deck costs $19,040-$30,240 in mid-tier composite — about 35% more than the same size in a clean rectangle. A curved deck uses a steam-bent or laminated radial rim joist to create an organic, gallery-style edge — typically on the back side facing the yard.
5 finish tiers — curved 20×14
National $/sqft × curved shape's 1.35× complexity multiplier × 280 sqft = total installed cost. Materials + labor + standard railing included. Multiply by your state's labor multiplier for a local figure.
Excludes permit ($150-$450 typical), demolition (if replacing), site prep, and waste material premium. $28% waste factor already applied to material side of the tier $/sqft.
What changes vs a rectangular 20×14
When to pick curved
High-end builds where the deck is a visual centerpiece, landscape-architecture-coordinated installs, pool surrounds following a curved pool wall.
Specialty trade — only ~15% of decking contractors quote curved work. Get 3+ bids, expect them to vary 40-60%. Some composite brands void warranty for curved installs.
Open the calculator with curved 20×14 pre-loaded
Use the deck-cost calculator to dial in your exact material, railing, and stair specs. For non-rectangular shapes, use the size that approximates your footprint and apply the 1.35× multiplier shown above.
FAQ — curved 20×14
How much does a curved 20×14 deck cost in 2026?▾
A curved 20×14 (280 sqft) deck costs $9,520-$15,120 in pressure-treated, $19,040-$30,240 in mid-range composite, and $28,280-$41,720 in luxury PVC. That's roughly 35% more than the same size in a rectangular shape — about $6,440 extra at mid-tier composite for the curved geometry. Numbers reflect 2026-Q1 national retail with average labor; multiply by your state's labor multiplier for a local estimate.
Why does a curved deck cost more than a rectangular one?▾
Cantilevered joists at varying lengths matching the curve. Rim joist is either steam-bent dimensional lumber, kerfed bending plywood layered, or a composite curved fascia system. On top of that framing complexity, the material waste factor for curved is roughly 28% versus 7% for a clean rectangle — you'll order ~21% extra decking that ends up as offcuts. Combined, the labor multiplier on a curved build is about 1.35× rectangular baseline.
Is a curved deck right for a 20×14 footprint?▾
Best for: High-end builds where the deck is a visual centerpiece, landscape-architecture-coordinated installs, pool surrounds following a curved pool wall. Watch-outs: Specialty trade — only ~15% of decking contractors quote curved work. Get 3+ bids, expect them to vary 40-60%. Some composite brands void warranty for curved installs. At 280 sqft, a curved layout is balanced — fits the shape's typical sweet spot.
What framing changes for a curved vs rectangular?▾
Cantilevered joists at varying lengths matching the curve. Rim joist is either steam-bent dimensional lumber, kerfed bending plywood layered, or a composite curved fascia system. For a 20×14 footprint specifically, plan for ~6 footings (vs ~6 for rectangular), and ~80 linear feet of perimeter (vs 68 for rectangular). Permit complexity is high — most jurisdictions require an engineer-stamped plan.
How does curved affect long-term maintenance?▾
Curved rim joist is the highest-maintenance element — water tracks the bottom edge constantly. Re-flash every 5 yr. Over a 25-year lifecycle, the maintenance delta vs rectangular adds roughly $1,800-$3,400 for a 20×14 build. Composite reduces this delta by 60-80% — the more complex the shape, the more composite outperforms PT on TCO.