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There’s more than just one way to make a patio, and each comes with its own advantages and challenges. If you’re thinking about adding a concrete patio to your home, there are some design aspects that are worth entertaining. Here are a few tips about concrete patios to help you find inspiration. 

4 Design Tips for a Concrete Patio 

1. Consider Your Placement

Be deliberate about where you place the patio in your backyard. Like other building materials, concrete gets hot in the summer. It’s understandable to want some of your patio to sit in the sun, but make sure you have some shade as well. Build the patio under the cover of your roof, extend your roof, or include a pavilion. Consider your area’s climate, and your needs for the space.

2. Split it Up

Since you’ll likely use your patio to entertain guests, have designated places to wander around. You don’t have to place all your concrete in one place. You can create sections, and build smaller areas or outdoor rooms within. Each spot can have its own special feature or furniture items to distinguish it from the rest. 

3. Play With the Appearance 

A skilled mason can jazz up your concrete by faking the appearance of stones or adding a pattern. Another advantage of concrete is that it can be painted, so you can easily adorn your patio in attractive colors. Consider adding clay pavers as well, which are hard-fired bricks built for extreme weather.

4. Maintain the Concrete

Even after the patio is finished, it will require some attention to help it last. Use a stain or sealer to protect it from weather damage and make it easier to clean. Keep in mind that concrete can crack, whether it be due to extreme heat or excessive force. If this occurs, you may need to have a professional fix it.


Though based in West Bloomfield, NY, Spallina Materials, Inc. will take their cement mixers anywhere throughout the Southern Tier, Finger Lakes, and Rochester to help you build your dream concrete patio. They have an excellent record of customer service and can also help with asphalt paving, gravel hauling, sand mixing, and more. Learn about their services online, and call (585) 658-2248 to get a free estimate for the job.

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