An Outdoor Extension of Your Home

An alfresco patio is basically an extension of your home to the outdoors.  A seamless transition can occur between your interior home and your new alfresco patio.  The alfresco-styled patio traditionally has a ceiling with open siding to allow the breeze to flow through.  Ceiling fans, lighting, and stereo speakers further add to the alfresco feel.

Make It Comfortable and Convenient

Great additions to the Alfresco patio include comfortable patio furniture, patio sets with table and chairs and perhaps even an outdoor kitchen for the ultimate convenience.  You can have that warm special alfresco dining feel without ever leaving your own patio.

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Real Stone – often expensive, real stone looks natural and is durable.

Stone Veneer – less expensive than real stone but has all the benefits of real stone.

Brick – inexpensive but provides a classic look to any patio. It’s also very durable.

Pavers – pavers are man-made but can sometimes look manufactured. They are less expensive that other patio remodeling materials and easy to install.

Stamped and Colored Concrete – practical and sometimes looks like stone or bricks minus the high cost. Make sure you get a professional to install for a high-quality finish.

Plain Concrete – one of the most affordable options but it does not always look the best due to its plainness.

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Options for a Bug Free Patio

There are many things you can do to offset these annoying bugs such as bug zappers, sprays, or circulating fans.  But your best bet might be to screen in your patio area.  Screens keep the bugs out and allow you to have an unobstructed view into your backyard.

Screening material can be installed to existing patio structures or you can start fresh and have a screened-in patio constructed.  Regardless of which route you take, you can be certain you will get more enjoyment out of your patio during the summer months because you will have a way to keep biting bugs and irritating insects out of your space.

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Gravel Is Available in Several Sizes and Colors

You can choose the perfect gravel to work with your patio design .  Ready the area by removing grass and weeds.  You should use a border material to contain the gravel.  Popular choices for borders are landscape timbers, bricks, or railroad ties.  Remove some of the dirt from the bed and cover with a landscaping barrier to keep grass and weeds from peeping through the gravel.

Calculate to Purchase the Right Amount of Material

A good rule of thumb is to calculate for enough gravel to have a four inch depth.  If you don’t want to spend an extravagant amount for patio flooring, consider gravel.  It is a cost effective and attractive choice for patio flooring.

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Three Most Popular Patterns

1. Basketweave – this consists of a grid pattern where bricks run opposite of one another in pairs.  Two bricks are set vertically and the next pair is set horizontally.
2. Herringbone – this is a short row pattern where bricks run at a diagonal parallels to one another.
3. Running bond – this pattern consists of bricks running in a row end to end with the joints being in the middle of the brick on the next row.

Consider using one of these standard patterns for your patio flooring or walkway or create a uniquely yours pattern.  Regardless of the pattern you use, the brick will be the perfect material to use for your patio flooring.

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Pavers come in a variety of materials such as brick, flagstone, limestone, and travertine.  You can lay the materials in many different designs and patterns.  Choose from repeating patterns to one you design on your own.

Add Value and Elegance with Patio Pavers

Pavers can bring elegance to your patio and often can help to increase the value of your property.  Pavers are much easier to repair than concrete and if installed properly, cause better weight distribution.  Put on your creative thinking cap and pave your way to a new patio by using pavers to transform your space.

However you choose to improve your outdoor living space, DirectBuy has a wide range of high-quality outdoor living furniture products to help you create the look, atmosphere, and level of comfort you desire. Patio furniture in many styles can help you create a comfortable area to relax and enjoy life.

Saltillo Offers Many Design Options

Saltillo works well in many designs including rustic, country French, or Mediterranean.  The depth and beauty of natural Saltillo tile can be just the elegance you need for your patio flooring.

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Create a Well- Planned Patio for Poolside Fun

Just as in pool decking, it is important to have slip-resistant flooring in your poolside patio area.  Water and slick surfaces don’t mix well.  Textured concrete and flagstone are great choices for patio flooring.

Select waterproof patio furnishings and cushions so swimmers won’t have to keep changing in and out of wet swimsuits.  Consider adding components such as outdoor stereos, televisions, refrigerators, or anything else you might need to make sure you or your guests don’t have to traipse in and out of the house.  The perfect complement to your swimming pool will be a beautifully constructed poolside patio.

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Lattice or Fully Enclosed Skirting

Underside decking can also be referred to as skirting.  Some homeowners chose to wrap lattice work around the deck while others might select something more fully enclosing such as 2” x 4” boards.  These types of wrap around systems can be wonderful support structures or backdrops for climbing vines or shrubs.

Make Outdoor Storage Space

If your deck is high enough off the ground, this enclosed underside can also be transformed into additional storage space.  Underside deck enclosures also create a safer area.  This will keep children, pets, or those unwanted rodents from getting under you deck area.

Decks low to the ground without enclosures can be hazardous areas for our kids and pets.  Create a safer and more beautiful deck system by completely enclosing your under deck area.

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Beyond the Patio

When you’re sitting on your nice, comfortable patio wondering what else you might do to your outdoor living space to make it more interesting and beautiful, consider adding a terrace which will instantly provide another area to enjoy and add an interesting layer of dimension and style to your backyard.

Two Types of Terraces to Consider

Depending on the layout and terrain in your backyard, you can add either a raised terrace or a sunken terrace to enhance your outdoor space. Either of these terraces can be a DIY project, but you should study up on the primary elements you will need to include to get the best results.

For instance, it is very important to consider proper leveling with a raised terrace. The base of the sunken terrace is of great importance, and both types will require a retaining wall as part of the construction.

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