4 Paving Materials You Can Use for Renovating Your Patio

Renovate Your Patio

When renovating your patio, choosing a paving material may be among the hardest decisions you’d make.

Everyone, including your guests, will come in contact with your outdoor flooring.

You need a paving material that will withstand heavy foot traffic and regular exposure to outdoor elements.

On this post, we’ll talk about different paving materials along with their advantages and disadvantages so you can compare and match them with your needs accordingly.

Natural Stones Natural stones make for an attractive choice

because of their completely natural look.

They come in various types such as limestone, flagstone, and slate. You may want to use the same stones you’ve used indoors, if there are any, to create a natural flow.

Natural stones are costlier than other paving materials due to sourcing challenges.

They’ll have to be quarried and then brought to the project location. To save on cost, check around your area first  for local suppliers.

Generally Require Minimal Upkeep

Note as well that installation is more challenging as the stones vary in width and thickness.

Also, occasional sweeping is necessary to get rid of debris on the surface and cracks between stones.

To remove stubborn stains, such as grease, you’ll need to scrub brush the floor using a detergent solution.

But other than that, natural stones generally require minimal upkeep.

Bricks Bricks bring a charming, old world look to an

outdoor area. They come in various colors and finishes, and can be blended with almost any setting and installed using various patterns.

To keep brick patios looking fantastic, regular maintenance is required.

When not regularly cleaned, bricks can attract mold, moss, and weeds. Brick also has the tendency to crack and has to be replaced immediately. Otherwise it’ll turn into an eyesore.

You can do this project yourself, but you will need a cutting equipment. Also, installation may take longer due to the brick’s small size.

Concrete Poured concrete looks dull but you

can consider stamping it to make it more visually-appealing.

Concrete fits patios of any size and shape. It’s also a budget-friendly option for outdoor flooring. However, it creates ugly cracks and fixing may mean reworking the entire paving.

Stamped concrete can also fade especially in a high traffic area, and so it has to be coated at least every two years.

Concrete Pavers Unlike natural stones, concrete pavers are

modular pieces that come in same thickness and width so installing them is relatively easy.

They also come in various shapes and colors, allowing you to create your own combination to match the style of your home.

Concrete pavers wouldn’t need curing time so you can immediately use your patio upon installation. Laying patterns can also be customized especially in a wide area such as your patio.

In addition, this paving material is known for its extreme durability. It doesn’t shift and sag, and in the unlikely event that a stone has to be replaced, this can be easily done as well. You can even do it yourself.

Concrete pavers are popular among homeowners who want longevity for their outdoor flooring.

For More Inspirations! For more inspirations in choosing paving

materials for renovating your patio, you can check out our gallery at www.pacificpavingstone.com.

Feel free to take cues from our previous projects.

Brought to you by PacificPavingstone.com, a family-owned business based in Sun Valley, California that has been installing paving stone driveways, patios, and pool decks since 1999.