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PVC Decking Pros: Manufacturers boast its resistance to stains and grease. Similar to composite decking, no stain or treatment is required. Low maintenance is a benefit, with the understanding that no decking material is truly maintenance free. Cons: Some plastic products can leave a mark if left on the decking over an extended period of time. If you select an engineered material like this, make sure to read the recommendations for cleaning and care. Cost: $8 to $9 per square foot
The Cantilever House has a second-floor volume in black propped atop a concrete base. This black-over-gray composition inverts our expected notion of light over heavy. It is particularly pronounced in the black soffit over the walkway at the base of the stair.
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