With frequent gatherings in your home or a closely knitted family spending a lot of time together, it is apparent you build that kind of space. It is the patio where you can hold parties, barbeques, game nights, or kids' play dates. First and foremost, identify the usage or maximum purpose the patio will be used for. For instance, is the patio surrounding your pool area? Or will it be used as an outdoor dining area? Does your area receive moderate to heavy rainfall/frost? How much time and money are you willing to spend on your patio's maintenance? Depending on the space you have, the patio will be exposed to a lot of wear and tear. You must ensure its longevity by choosing the right foundation material. We suggest stones as we have strong reasons to believe they are the best. Here are five reasons why your patio should be made of stone.
For patios that last an eternity
Undeniably, stones are immensely durable and can tolerate physical wearing. To make your patio space last long, it is recommended you build it out of stone, natural or processed, doesn't matter. They withstand extreme weather or high footfall without chipping, cracking, or breaking. Imagine a patio space made with wood. Would it last long? Obviously not. For durable and long-lasting patio areas, it is essential to use stones like Granite because of its strength and resilience. Granite patios endure physical scrapes and stay new and fresh forever.
For a safe place to walk on
This factor is usually unaccounted for. It is crucial to think about slip resistance if you have kids or the elderly at home or if you reside in a wet place. You would also want to prevent slipping hazards for your guests, isn't it? Stones ensure that your patio is slip-resistant and safe to walk on. Choose stones with anti-slip properties and a good footing that do not bruise your bare feet. Unfilled Travertine comes to your rescue with its excellent non-slip property along with a soft feel underfoot. Also, absorbs the coolness from the ground beneath. This property helps keep the stone cool even in scorching summer heat. You can comfortably walk bare feet on Travertine patio.
For pleasing aesthetics
The idea of building a patio is to soak in the lovely outdoor view while spending quality time with yourself or your dear ones. The material of your patio adds to the aesthetics with soothing colours and gorgeous textures. Unarguably, stones are the clear winner for your patio as they save money on décor and please your eyes. Unlike rubber tiles or gravel floors, they seldom fade. We recommend Marble for its luxurious appearance that will always be in trend. You can also choose Porcelain that adds opulence and does not fade in direct sunlight.
For ease of maintenance
Maintaining and cleaning an outdoor space like a patio is unavoidable because it is a part of your property. But the process should be simple and hassle-free. Let's just say you used a harsh chemical to clean stains, and it resulted in ugly patches. Or the patio got a dust build-up that is impossible to clean. Scary right? A patio made of stones would help avoid these situations. They need less cleaning and simple washing solutions, bringing down the cost of maintenance. Limestone and Marble are among the best materials to use on your patio. With a sealant applied on its surface and easy cleaning tricks, maintaining your patio becomes a cakewalk. Believe us, fret-free maintenance is impossible with materials like vinyl, gravel, or wood.
For a good return on investment
A well-maintained patio will add value to your property. If it lasts longer, you'd get a good return on the investment you made. Materials that are perishable or are prone to damage would bring down the value.
Stones are durable and have less chances of damage and repair thereafter. Lesser the repair work, better is the originality of your patio. This also implies a good return on investment.
In conclusion
We are sure now you would agree stones are completely worth investing in for patio space. For a safe, low-maintenance, and aesthetically pleasing patio, stones are second to none. Travertine, Marble, Granite, Limestone, or Porcelain, the choice is yours.
You can request a free sample to try before you buy stones for your property. Write to us at [email protected] or talk to our sales team at 1300 830 274
*Disclaimer: All information and advice given above in the blog are to the best of our knowledge. Please reconfirm at your end before execution.
