Now that the weather has turned from spring to summer-like, more of us are spending time outdoors relaxing, reading and grilling.  We are often asked about the benefits of a natural stone patio vs a paver patio, and vice versa.  This month, we'll go over the reasons why natural stone can be the better choice for your patio.  

Stone Patios have Natural Beauty

Every piece of natural stone is unique. As such, using natural stone for your patio is guarantees you a unique look a feel to your outdoor space.  Choosing colors and textures that are complimentary with those in your home or landscaping ties in the beauty so that your patio becomes a natural transition between your indoor living space and your exterior landscaping.  Natural stone can add an element of elegance to your landscaping.

Natural stone means minimal maintenance and repair

The natural rock and stone that we will use in your patio is already millions of years old.  So it's a pretty good bet that the next few hundred years aren't going to change it very much.  Likewise, you don't have to worry about signs of aging or fading over time.  As long as your natural stone patio is installed correctly, using the proper amount of base and packing, you don't have to worry about shifiting or the surface becoming uneven with frost/freezing.

The feel of natural stone

It's hard to resist taking your shoes off and feeling the diference of natural stone.  Although pavers have their place, there is just something about the texture and feel of natural stone that the pavers just can't match.