We all love spending time outdoors during the warmer months. Having your own private space to relax around a firepit or having dinner outside with family and friends on those warm summer nights sounds perfect, right?
Enter the patio…
A patio can be a beautiful way to make use of the space in your backyard, for dining or just relaxing after a long day. Think of it as an extension of your home.
A patio can be a great way to extend the living area of your home. Whether you choose to enclose the patio or have it completely open, it provides extra space for dining al fresco or simply relaxing outdoors.
Think of a patio as a blank canvas for you to create the perfect at-home retreat, regardless of the size of your backyard area.
If you have a smaller outdoor area, you can create a cozy, paved courtyard. You could add in a small breakfast table or even a small outdoor sofa set.
If you have a larger outdoor space (and a great budget), you’ve hit the jackpot. You could add in an outdoor kitchen and dining area and then perhaps also an area to lounge, with a fire pit or fireplace.
Want to use your patio for dining purposes? Having a large family-style table with comfy chairs can be a great use of space! Add in some ambient lighting and you’ve got yourself a cozy, inviting outdoor dining area.
If you choose to create a patio for lounging, adding a roofing structure or pergola is great for creating shelter and shade.
No matter whether you have a small area to work with or tons of space, a paved patio is the perfect way to extend your living space and add a touch of luxury to your home.
One thing you don’t want after you’ve spent money on beautiful patio furniture is for all of it to be ruined in the rainy season. When it rains, water can end up collecting and flooding if the area isn’t properly built to manage stormwater. This is why permeable pavers are such a great option.
By using high quality patio pavers for your patio area you’ll have peace of mind knowing your patio won’t flood. Not only that, but permeable pavers are great for the environment. When it rains, water filters down through the gaps between pavers, going back underground without being completely lost.
Pavers are extremely durable and low-cost, so in time, you’ll save money by not having to repair and replace flooring too often.
Wooden decking is beautiful, but it’s really high maintenance. The cleaning and protection routine can be tiresome and quite frankly, who has the time for that anymore, right? Pavers are far easier to clean and maintain than many other flooring solutions, making them one of the best options on the market.
Paving a patio is much safer than a wooden deck or even tiles. If you have small children, considering safety is always a top priority. Pavers are non-slip and make for safer flooring.
Last but not least, pavers add value to your home. Not only will your patio look aesthetically appealing, but if you ever decide to sell, you can do so knowing you’ve increased the value of your property. Sounds like a win-win!
The flooring of a patio needs to be functional and durable, but it also needs to be visually appealing. The aesthetic appeal of your patio isn’t only influenced by the furnishings and lighting, it comes down to the flooring, roofing, and built-in features too. The flooring can make or break the style of the patio.
The great thing about paving a patio is the versatility of design. Concrete and screed flooring can be quite plain-looking, but interlocking pavers can be laid out in various patterns and designs and can look visually appealing. Pavers also work well for most outdoor and landscaping designs.
There are different colors to choose from, in darker palettes or lighter ones. They come in different shapes and sizes, so you can really get creative with the design and layout. You could even create a border or pattern with stones or gravel in-between pavers.
It’s always great flipping through Pinterest or Houzz conceptualizing and dreaming up the perfect patio, but when it comes down to it, it’s always great to consult with a professional.
Having an idea of what you want is a great place to start, but bringing in expert help can elevate the design of your patio to the next level.
We at Seattle Outdoor Spaces can help bring your dream to life, without you taking on all the hard work! With our focus being on outdoor living, specializing in interlocking pavers, we can work with you to create your perfect outdoor living space.
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