Learn how to tell which one you have and the best way to care for it.
The idea of indoor-outdoor living has always been popular, but it’s a staple in Southern homes.
Here, well explore a porch vs. a patio and interesting facts about both.
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What’s The Difference?
Additionally, porches have roofs while patios do not.
However, a front patio can also work within the right home’s design.
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Otherwise, both porches and patios can function relatively similarly in your day-to-day life and entertaining needs.
What Is a Porch?
Porches can have lots of different architectural designs.
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A porch is defined as a covered area that typically has a roof and adjoins a building’s entrance.
But the distinguishing factor from a patio is the roof.
Awell-built, aesthetic porchis incredible for resale value, but quality is important.
What Is A Patio?
Theyre almost always paved or ground-covered with small gravel and used primarily for recreation and entertaining.
What’s The Value?
Pressure-washing annually can help to remove built-up dirt, grime, and algae.
Wipe down screens, furniture, and floors in screened-in porches to clean pollen and prevent build-up.
Cleanpatio cushionsand outdoor furniture regularly to prevent mildew.
National Association of Realtors.Remodeling Impact Report: Outdoor Features.
