Adding a patio to your home offers plenty of benefits. It gives you a functional space where you can entertain guests or unwind for a few hours. At the same time, it also creates a beautiful outdoor space that adds value to your home.
Designing a patio is an exciting task for homeowners. From patio flooring to outdoor furniture, the options seem limitless. However, selecting the right materials and pieces can be overwhelming, too. Here’s a breakdown of some of the available materials.
Brick
Brick has been a reliable material for so many years. It has proven its versatility as it can be used in different parts of the home, from walls to patio ground. The material matches varying styles as well. Whether you’re aiming for rustic or modern, it can effortlessly fit into any space. Brick is truly a classic piece of material with which you can never go wrong.
Flagstone
Flagstone is another popular choice especially for patio flooring. Irregularly shaped, each slab of stone is typically one to three inches thick. The slabs are directly laid on soil or sand, and they also have a roughened surface that offers good traction when wet.
Pavers
Pavers used to only come in gray or off-pink colors making them seem a dull choice for patio flooring. With the creation of more natural-looking colors and textures, however, a lot of homeowners are warming up to this material. Pavers are versatile since they can be made to look like brick or cut stone.
Loose Materials
Loose materials were originally used for small areas or side yards. Nowadays, homeowners see the potential of this type of patio flooring. Loose materials are typically inexpensive compared to other patio flooring options. They can be made with pea gravel, bark mulch, rubber mulch, sand or others.
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