Patio Vs. Deck
Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines a patio as a recreation area that adjoins a dwelling, is often paved, and is adapted especially to outdoor dining. A deck is defined as a flat, floored, roofless area that, similar to a patio, adjoins a house. Does this Spark an idea?
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Features
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Stone floor Patios usually are constructed with flat, solid flooring made of stone, concrete or some other form of paved product. Decks most often consist of a raised wooden platform that is solid or that consists of individual wood beams.
Benefits
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Generally, both patios and decks serve the same purpose: They create an extension of a house into the outdoors while also adding more square footage in which to relax, entertain, cook outside and enjoy nature.
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Maintenance
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Wooden deck A patio floor made of concrete or stone needs little upkeep. In contrast, a wooden deck requires periodic maintenance, including the application of sealers designed to protect the wood from sun and inclement weather.
Additional Function
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Patios and decks are both suitable for use as outdoor kitchens. Increasingly popular for casual living and entertaining, outdoor kitchens offer an alternative to cooking indoors during warmer weather.
Prevention/Solution
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Using pressure-treated wood is recommended when building an outdoor deck. This type of wood resists cracking and rotting, and requires very little maintenance.
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