4 Tips On How To Choose the Best Type of Paver Stones for Your Patio Project - The Paver Company of Sacramento

4 Tips On How To Choose the Best Type of Paver Stones for Your Patio Project – The Paver Company of Sacramento

Putting together a new patio is an exciting endeavor. Deciding on which paver stones to use for your patio installation can be a bit tricky. But we’re here to help you. We’ll break down the best choices for your consideration.

The first thing to remember when choosing stones is that a material’s durability and utility need to valued just as much as its looks.

#1 Concrete

Concrete is a great choice for patios because it’s durable, inexpensive, and can be poured. But understand the risks of choosing this if you live in extremely cold weather, where it becomes more prone to cracks. Also, efflorescence is a whitish residue produced during cold temperatures that need to be quickly power washed off otherwise it stans and discolors. And if you have special tints and fixtures you’ll need to refinish them every few years.

#2 Natural Stone

Probably the most popular choice for outdoor patios is natural stone due to the sheer amount of varying textures, colors, and materials. You can choose from limestone, slate, marble, sandstone, and more. Different aesthetics that range from earthy to classy can easily be achieved with natural stones. Professional installation is a must and each specific type of stone needs its own specialized considerations and each with its own drawbacks.  The one issue nearly all stones share is that if you undercount the number of stones you need to finish your installation, it might be difficult to match new stones with 100% accuracy.

#3 Brick

Brick paver stones is the most versatile of your options—it can be rustic or formal in its appearance. They can also be laid down in various patterns such as circular, stacked, herringbone, a basket weave, and more. It is more possible to install this on your own, but depending on the complexity and intricacy of your project, it might be best to seek professional assistance first. Make sure to purchase extra bricks since they can be fragile, and your installer will need to properly prepare for any drainage issues and properly prep the area. You’ll need to clean and seal your brick every two to three years

Through years of experience serving our communities, we understand what materials are best utilized for your patio paver stones, walkway pavers, driveway pavers, concrete block retaining walls, and paver stone steps. We’ve put together countless installations all over Sacramento, Roseville, Folsom, Granite Bay, and El Dorado Hills.

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There are a few other types of materials that can be used, but these three are the most common. To find out more about other materials, be sure to check out our other blog post detailing all the types of paver stone materials. And get in touch with us today.