Time to turn your outdoor space into everyone’s new favorite hangout spot with these concrete patio ideas.
Annie Schlechter
Give your concrete patio a quick and inexpensive makeover to enjoy the warmer months.
Use these concrete patio ideas to turn the area into the perfect hangout spot.
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A painted design on the concrete patio itself adds even more dimension.
Functional Concrete Patio
Maximize a large patio by dividing it into zones based on activities.
Arrange Potted Plants
Add height and fill an empty patio corner with an arrangement of potted plants.
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Each has its pros and cons.
It also may be less expensive if it’s a DIY project.
On the downside, poured concrete can crack as the ground moves, which is tricky to repair.
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Pavers are fairly easy to install but it is more time consuming.
The heavier the load the patio needs to support, the thicker the concrete should be.
Generally, it should be between 4-8 inches thick.
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This should be thick enough to prevent cracking and maintain stability.
It depends on your budget and the amount of people you plan to entertain at a time.
About 25 square feet per person should be enough space to keep everyone comfortable.
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