I would like to replace my boring concrete patio with something more aesthetic and natural looking but don’t want to spend a lot of money. What would you suggest for a home in the dry, hot, Phoenix climate?
Isaac F. ~ Phoenix, Arizona
Affordable Patio Materials Options
I can think of a couple of materials that you should consider when opting to replace your concrete patio. The most natural looking material to use would be real stone. Unfortunately, cut stone pavers, or natural flagstone pieces are expensive. A more affordable option would be to use crushed stone or washed gravel compacted in a patio border made from steel, wood, or PVC. Crushed sandstone is a good material for the Phoenix area because it blends well with the surrounding desert environment, it is water permeable (for those unexpected gully-washing rains), and it will not absorb solar heat as much as solid concrete does.
Another affordable option would be to use concrete pavers or bricks. Costing around $8-$12 per square foot(installed), these materials are available in many different textures and colors and can be laid in creative patterns that would be a welcome change from a boring patio slab of gray concrete. The advantage of using a paver, as opposed to compacted crushed rock, is that pavers are more solid underfoot and will hold up better over time.
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The recommendation to use pavers or brick is an excellent choice. Not only are they more stable but, they are easier to keep clean. You can sweep the pavers much more easily than trying to prep for a party when you have crushed stone. Plus, if one breaks it is relatively easy to replace making it a good lower cost option over concrete. It also has a more interesting look over plain concrete. Good luck on your project and don’t forget to tamp down the base sand real well!
Make sure the installer leaves you with a few extra pavers, or bricks for future repairs. You can not assume that the same materials will be available at a later date, and if they are available they may not match the color or age exactly.
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