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Porch

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Planning and maintaining these spaces, however, offer challenges.

Building materials

The hottest thing in building materials for decks is synthetics. Homeowners seeking low-maintenance materials are looking at composites, vinyl and recycled materials that withstand weather extremes - and no splinters!

Higher-end materials include Mahogany and Ip6 hardwoods with dense tight grains. These materials come at a premium price and require more experience and skills to install.

Patios were once a do-ityourself job: opening bags of pea gravel and having the kids come spread them out. These

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