A concrete patio looks contemporary and is perfect for backyard spaces no matter the size. Concrete patios showcase grand appeal with sharply defined edges. Concrete patios are functional, cheap to install and require little if any maintenance. Concrete patios look great and are known to last for many years as they can withstand different harsh weather conditions.
Your patio may become stained or cracked as the years roll on. But you don’t have to pull out your jackhammer and have a go at it, yet! You can make over your concrete patio as long as the foundation is solid. All it takes is a little time and effort to change the slab of concrete into an inviting outdoor space.
If you want a concrete patio that looks beautiful consider any of these upgrades that can be finished on a tight budget.
Refinish Your Concrete
Update your hardscape and turn your tired-looking concrete patio into new again with a new finish. You can use a beautiful stain to change the look of your concrete patio. Concrete stains permeate the top layer of concrete. Use your creativity and choose custom hues or use several shades that mimic the look of simple earth tones of natural stone, granite, or marble, without the cost. The most popular hues used in concrete patios are slate, brown, blue or black. Do make sure that your patio is treated or repaired if it is cracked or chipped prior to the application of the stain for a long-lasting finish.
Expand the Patio
Houses often have a small patio extending out from the kitchen or the living room. So sometimes it becomes necessary to extend the patio for additional space to entertain or relax in. Extending the patio with concrete pavers or stepping stones is an easy enough job to do without breaking the bank. But it is better to call in the concrete experts so that they can build the form and pour the concrete right to correctly match the color, texture and height of your original patio.
Decorative Concrete
Many homeowners are going for decorative concrete over traditionally smooth and gray concrete for their outdoor patio, walkway, or pool deck. The flexibility, range of colors, patterns and textures available with decorative overlays on existing concrete make it the perfect choice for refinishing your existing patio. Concrete can be poured over your existing patio and then stained, painted or stamped with intricate designs to mimic any hard surface. Stamped concrete works out to be much less expensive while giving you the same look as actual brick and stone installations. So if you want the look of natural stone or brick pavers without the high expense, consider using decorative stamped concrete. This way you can replicate the look of brick, cobblestones, cracked earth, and weathered wood easily. You can even mix it up and add an element of fun by adding in different patterns, shapes to your concrete patio.
Seating Stones
When you upgrade your concrete patio, make sure to up the comfort and entertainment value by adding seating stones. Seating stones provide versatility to your patio and adds beautiful texture. Design a wall around your patio with brick or river stone and top it with wide cement ledges, which can used for outdoor seating. Add in a concrete fire pit and you have a comfortable outdoor relaxing area. Finish this new look by adding a fire pit or outdoor cooking stove to your seating area.
The kind of upgrade you can plan for your concrete patio will ultimately depend on the budget available to you. You can change the look of your patio without implementing a lot of changes. Staining concrete is the cheapest way to jazz your old patio up and give it a new lease of life.
Whatever way you decide to refinish your patio, it must give your home great curb appeal. After all the hard work is done, you can unwind in your patio with a glass of wine and your special someone after a hectic day at work. Get the makeover you desire for your concrete patio to make it look beautiful, with the help of our concrete specialists at Davis Concrete.
We are here to assist you in your exterior upgrade project. Call us at (800) 910-6928.
