Concrete
It would be hard to find anything more versatile and adaptable thanconcrete for a patio floor.
By using well-constructed forms, concrete can mold and conform to nearly any surface shape.
Many homes are constructed of brick or mix it with other materials.
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Versatile, it can be used forpatio floorsalong with pathways, for walls, and as edging.
For example, moss rock is a common name for a New Mexico stone.
Interlocking pavers (pictured) fit together like puzzle pieces and don’t need grout or mortar.
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Because of its geometric form and layout, cut stone is used for more formal applications than uneven flagstone.
Cobblestones, or stone blocks, are also sometimes referred to as Belgian blocks.
Homeowners and dwellers are replacing thirsty lawns with more water-wise alternatives, which includes loose materials.
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Also, they are easy to work with and fairly inexpensive.
Combinations are endless, although should be well-planned and not haphazard.
Materials can include brick, concrete, flagstone, pea gravel, pavers, and tile.
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