{"id":260,"date":"2022-07-08T19:19:35","date_gmt":"2022-07-08T19:19:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deckanddrive.com\/?p=260"},"modified":"2023-01-18T16:44:47","modified_gmt":"2023-01-18T16:44:47","slug":"get-the-most-out-of-your-patio-by-adding-these-3-features","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/deckanddrive.com\/blog\/get-the-most-out-of-your-patio-by-adding-these-3-features\/","title":{"rendered":"Get the Most Out of Your Patio by Adding These 3 Features"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Adding a retaining wall, artificial turf, and a fire pit to your patio can help you get the most out of your patio area. With the addition of these features, it can become a great spot to host events or hang out with friends and family. Retaining walls provide both beauty and functionality and they can even double as a raised planter bed or seating wall. Adding artificial turf between the pavers of your patio offers a unique patio design. Lastly, fire pits make for a great hangout spot on your patio and can provide warmth on those cool Florida nights!<\/p>\n

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1. Retaining Wall<\/h2>\n

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Retaining walls are a great feature to add to your patio because they\u00a0provide numerous functional and aesthetic benefits<\/strong>. When it comes to functionality, retaining walls can level out your property if it’s built on a slope, and they can also double as a seating wall to provide you and your guests with extra places to sit. Retaining walls are also a beautiful addition on their own and will instantly become a focal point of your property, but you can also add a raised planter bed to them to further enhance their beauty!<\/p>\n

Retaining walls can be built from a variety of materials such as natural stone, porcelain, concrete, and more!<\/em><\/p>\n

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2. Artificial Turf<\/h2>\n

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Putting artificial turf between the pavers of your patio can make for a\u00a0unique and aesthetically appealing patio design<\/strong>. Artificial turf makes the material of the pavers more pronounced by separating them, and it gives your patio a textural variety. It also adds some greenery to your patio and can create cohesion between the patio, your lawn, and the environment surrounding it. Artificial turf does all this without you having to worry about trimming it down and investing in lawn care services to keep the grass green and healthy. It stays green and perfect all year and it is also durable and pet-safe. Artificial turf is a great feature to complement the pavers and add a splash of green to your patio.<\/p>\n

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3. Fire Pit<\/h2>\n

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Fire pits are a great way to encourage time spent outdoors on your patio and can set a comforting ambiance while hosting friends and family. It also offers warmth during a chilly Florida evening in the wintertime. If you want to add a fire pit to your patio, you’ll be able to choose from the following fire pit options:<\/p>\n