Putting in a new patio in Edmonton is all about planning. Now is the time to start thinking about what you want in your yard. You should be thinking about design and materials that are good for landscaping in Edmonton. Consider these questions before you make your decision. Are you looking for something affordable? Is it for a hot tub or fireplace or just a retreat in your yard? Do you want something eco-friendly? What style are you looking for?
Once you have answered these questions it will help in making your decision on what material is best. Here is a list of suitable patios for Edmonton and the pros and cons of each.
Natural stone
Pros
- Natural irregular shape and colours give your patio unique characteristics.
- There is a more blended organic feel to a yard with natural stone
Cons
- Because of the different depths of natural stone it requires more labour to put down. More labour means more expensive
- With our cold Edmonton winter means you will get cracks if set in concrete
- Uneven surface makes it difficult to shovel and for patio chairs and tables to sit flat
Paving Stones
Pros
- The best thing about paving stones is that there is no mortar between pavers, and they are free to move with the heavy frost in Edmonton, so no cracks.
- Low maintenance. There is no painting or staining like
- A lot of design creativity for both big and small patios
- Permeable pavers are available if you are looking for a green patio
- Less expensive to repair
Cons
- They have a less organic look
- Still expensive, but less than natural stone
Concrete
Pros
- Concrete is the least expensive of all three
- Concrete patios have lots of options for design with any size patio
- They can be stamped and coloured to mimic a natural look
Cons
- Here in Edmonton concrete patios tend to crack with our frost
- If they are not properly sealed they can break down and fade quicker than natural stone or precast pavers
- Coloured and stamped concrete must be maintained by sealing
- Costly to repair
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