Balcony surface

[Oren K.]

What do you use as the surface of any balcony that has to be repaired? After fixing any railing issues and putting a new plywood deck, what do you put on top?

Options being considered:

Remove Balcony and Put in a 'Juliet' railing

• Reduced maintenance issue
• Maintain ability to get fresh air
• Lose building feature / amenity (not sure of impact on rent but many buildings in area do NOT have balconies)

Roofing Material

• Not exactly easy on bare feet
• During the summer, any chairs / tables feet will create impressions

Artificial Turf

• Look sucks

Outdoor Carpeting

• Not sure how it will hold up

Any others suggestions / recommendations?

Any experience with any of the above?