One of the biggest things to consider in building a green patio is biodegradability. Will the materials you use ultimately be broken down by nature? Or will they sit in a landfill for decades, taking up space?
It’s unfortunate, but most materials used in today’s buildings are not biodegradable.
Certified wood is wood where its sources have been examined and approved by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). The FSC is a global non-profit organization with branches in many different countries. They’re one of the most prominent voices in the setting of the sustainable harvesting of wood.
In the process of building and maintaining your patio and your deck, you’re going to need a fair amount of chemicals.
First, you’ll need sealants to help keep various parts together and to keep water out. You’ll need paints and paint coating to make various parts of your patio look nice.
Building an eco-friendly deck is a huge undertaking. From concept to completion involves many steps, putting together many different components and using building materials that you might not be familiar with.
Here are three tips to help make the process easier.