ᐅ Show us your patios!

Created on: 29 Jun 2019 19:13
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kaho674
It would be great if some of you could share pictures of your terraces. With so many options available, it can be difficult to make a decision.

What materials and colors did you choose, and why? What has your experience been like after 5 years or more? How large is your terrace? What did you pay for it? Have you incorporated any features such as umbrella stands, raised garden beds, or similar elements? Did you do the work yourselves? Do you know any reliable suppliers for materials that you would recommend? What would you do differently next time?

There are surely many other homeowners who would appreciate photos and tips. Thanks in advance!
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Lobster
27 Jul 2019 13:18
AxelH. schrieb:

Built about three weeks ago during vacation: approximately 40 m² (430 sq ft) of WPC.


It really turned out very, very nice!

I originally wanted to use paving stones – but when I see pictures like this, I’m open to other ideas as well.
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guckuck2
27 Jul 2019 15:30
We were initially considering WPC as well, but in the end, we didn’t go for it. There are so many negative examples showing that the material doesn’t live up to its promises. No idea if there’s a secret tip on which manufacturer to choose.
AxelH.27 Jul 2019 16:52
guckuck2 schrieb:

No idea if there’s a secret tip on which manufacturer to choose

Unfortunately, I can’t share any secret tips either. But the manufacturer I got our WPC decking boards from has their factory just a few kilometers (miles) away. They offer a 20-year warranty on solid boards and 10 years on hollow core boards. That made it worth trying. Additionally, they provide excellent service: the boards are cut to the exact size needed, and you only pay for the square meters (square feet) you require. Offcuts are reused to produce new boards. This kind of service is probably only possible from a manufacturer that delivers directly from their factory.
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guckuck2
27 Jul 2019 19:00
That sounds very promising.
What is the cost per square meter (per square foot)?
AxelH.27 Jul 2019 19:15
guckuck2 schrieb:

What is the cost per square meter?
That depends on the type of WPC decking board used. However, the company has a website where you can find the prices for complete sets—including decking boards, substructure, clips and screws, as well as decking pads for support and optionally aluminum edge profiles.

As links are not allowed here, the company is based in Mittenaar and can be easily found through common search engines.
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Yosan
27 Jul 2019 20:12
AxelH. schrieb:

But the manufacturer, from whom I got our WPC decking boards, has their plant only a few kilometers (miles) away.

May I ask where exactly?