Choosing the Best Materials When Building a Patio

When you are building a patio, you have a few material options to choose from. You have a particular aesthetic in mind, but you are not sure which one is the best choice. To help you choose a material, Bedrock, your place for Orlando Pavers, has arranged this guide outlining the pros and cons of various patio materials.

Concrete

The biggest reason some choose concrete is the price. Concrete is often the most inexpensive option, yet the drawbacks to concrete are the maintenance and appearance. Poured concrete is very plain, but can be personalized to a degree with a color design stamp. However, the coloring must be touched-up every couple years. Otherwise, it will fade over time because of use. To get the longest life out of your concrete, it is best to have a professional install it, and make sure to provide regular maintenance if cracks form.

Brick

Brick is a classic, but it poses certain issues. Bricks are porous and retain water, so they will sometimes break when it gets very cold outside or grow moss when conditions promote it. These both pose safety issues, but maintenance of those issues is easy due to the ability to remove and replace each brick individually.

Pavers

With pavers, you have tons of options, and it is the best choice when you want to install it yourself. Pavers are human made, making them easy to install and safe, and they are also made to look like natural stone, giving you the aesthetic you want with easy installation.

Natural Stone or Flagstone

Flagstone is attractive and natural, but it has a couple of important drawbacks. Since it is quarried and not created, it can be costly. Due to natural stone or flagstones not being uniform, it makes them trickier to install, keep level, and also exactly plan how much needs to be ordered without overpaying.

Gravel

If you want an inexpensive and simple way to create some outdoor flooring, gravel may be for you. In order to be installed, all gravel needs is a border. Gravel has good drainage and is a cinch for DIY, but the loose stones might end up being more of a scattered pain.

Before deciding on your patio material, weigh the pros and cons to make sure you choose the best fit for you and your property. By choosing to have it professionally installed, you can look forward to kicking back outside on your brand new patio. If you are ready to buy your material, or if you want some advice on which material to choose, contact Bedrock, the suppliers of most of these materials including Orlando Pavers.