Decking vs. patios

There are many differences between decking and patios, including the flexibility of decking over that of a patio. Patios tend to become riddled with weeds; they stay damp for hours after rain fall and tend to be cold even during warmer months. As decking is raised off the ground it allows for ventilation and therefore the decking boards tend to dry a lot quicker after rainfall, especially if the decking is placed in an area of the garden that catches the sunshine. Decking is therefore more useable, and tends to require less maintenance. Decking can be the perfect area for hosting a barbeque on a warm summers evening.