Wood decks are popular for more than one reason. Is a wood deck right for you?
Backyards can have decks, patios, or both outside their back doors. If you want a place to sit or gather outside in your backyard, you will need a solid platform to stay high and dry off the muddy ground. If you choose to have a backyard deck, you have options. While there are low-maintenance decks, there are also wood decks. Although low-maintenance decks have plenty of benefits, wood decks remain very popular. Why are wood decks so popular today?
Reasons People Love Wood Decks
They’re Affordable
Composite and vinyl decks use outdoor-grade plastic in their construction, but wood decks are simply wood, which is more affordable. A deck is by no means a small investment and can be well over 10k if customized and fitted with multiple deck additions. Wood keeps backyard decks more affordable, and they’ll last a long time, too.
They’re Easy to Maintain
Wood decks are also easy to care for despite competing deck materials offering less maintenance. You will need to sweep the deck just like you would with any other deck and clean it with a hose and brush or a pressure washer.
In addition to cleaning the deck, you will also need to periodically stain the deck to protect it from moisture damage, insects, dirt, and more. If splinters or rough edges form, you can simply sand them down. While it might be a little more work than other decks need, it’s still a great chance to spend time outdoors.
They’re Natural and Beautiful
Wood decks are also natural and beautiful in every way. They have a warm and natural look, a soft feel, and a pleasant aroma, especially if it is cedar. There is nothing quite like natural wood decking, just like how vinyl plank flooring can’t quite compare to real hardwood floors.
There Are Options
You can choose between different types of lumber for wood decks. You have options. The most popular ones are pressure-treated pine, western red cedar, and exotic hardwood like Ipe or Tigerwood.
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