Your patio surface material determines the functionality, beauty and durability of your outdoor space. Choosing the right option helps you create an oasis you’ll never want to leave.
Two popular patio surface options for homeowners include stamped concrete and pavers. Both offer a range of styles and options, but come with some key differences:
Pavers are prefabricated, interlocking modular blocks, typically made from concrete. Contractors create a compacted base and then place each paver. You enjoy:
With a little care, pavers will last for decades. They resist cracking, even after winter or with ground movement. Pavers can also handle more weight without cracking than poured concrete. Should you ever need repairs or underground utility access, it’s possible to replace only affected pavers–whereas a poured concrete patio would need to be torn up. This flexibility saves you time and money.
With a stamped concrete patio, contractors mix and pour concrete on-site. They then press textures or colors into the surface or create a seamless look. Stamped concrete offers a wide range of customization options. You can even choose to make it look like natural stone or wood.
Stamped concrete is generally less expensive than pavers up front, but it is subject to cracking due to cold, impact and ground shifting. You can ask contractors to install control joints to reduce the risk of cracking, but the joints are visible and can affect the final appearance of your patio. When cracks do form, you may need to replace the entire stamped concrete patio to ensure a uniform look.
For many homeowners, patio pavers offer a beautiful outdoor space that maintains its appeal year after year. At NewLine Hardscapes, we use state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques to create pavers that mimic natural stone. At an engineered-concrete price point, you enjoy the beauty of natural materials with the durability and cost of engineered products.
Our pavers include these popular options:
At NewLine Hardscapes, we’re obsessive about manufacturing the highest-quality pavers and hardscape products for the Mid-Atlantic. Each of our products comes with detailed specs and a transferable limited lifetime warranty. Our dealer network ensures reliable delivery and service throughout the mid-Atlantic region.
Get inspired, and start dreaming about what your outdoor space could look like. Contact us to learn more or find a dealer near you.