Thought to be used to pave roads in ancient cultures, bricks have been popular for years. Today, many homeowners want brick patios installed on their property. Brick patios have a distinctive look that is unmatched by any other material. A brick patio is a great choice for homes that already have brick integrated into their exterior design. Continuing the same material will make the indoors and outdoors feel connected.

Brick patios have a timeless appeal that complements traditional architecture, yet they can also be adapted to suit more modern home styles. You can lay bricks to look traditional or get a very contemporary look going, says Margie Grace of Grace Design Associates in Santa Barbara, CA. To modernize brick, Kyle Ritchey of Milieu Design in Wheeling, IL creates oversized brick steppers with grass bands between them as opposed to a more traditional continuous surface.

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In the hands of a skilled mason a brick patio can be turned into a work of art. Whether your patio is laid over a bed of sand and gravel, or over a concrete slab, brick can be arranged in many unique patterns. Additionally, brick patios have a rich color that never fades.

Brick Patio IdeasA brick patio can be designed in just about any shape. Common shapes include squares, rectangles, circles and freeform curves. The more complicated the shape of your patio the more difficult the installation will be, making the process take more time and cost more money.

Depending on the shape of your patio and the brick pattern you select you can make your patio appear formal or casual. A formal brick patio has straight edges and a simple pattern such as the traditional running bond or herringbone. A casual brick patio has a freeform shape and a pattern such as basket weave.

Brick can be used in conjunction with other paving materials to create a unique patio. Brick looks especially nice as bands or borders around a concrete or stone patio. A popular combination is cut bluestone with a brick border.

Brick Patio CostMaterials for a brick patio are very affordable. Expect to pay $2-3 per square foot for the bricks. The real cost of a brick patio comes in paying for installation. Get a few estimates from local masonry contractors to ensure that you are receiving a fair price. Depending on the type of brick you select and the pattern used to lay it, the overall cost for materials and labor should fall between $12 and $25 per square foot.

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Laying a Brick PatioThere are two installation methods for a brick patio: dry laid and mortared. A dry laid patio is supported by a base of compacted gravel and sand, while a mortared patio is set on a concrete slab (compare these methods of brick installation). Keep in mind that for a patio, it is important that the bricks be laid level. If they are uneven, furniture will rock and wobble. A skilled brick layer will carefully check the level of the bricks as he lays them.

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We are a small company specializing in the construction of high quality decks at very competitive prices in Loudoun County Virginia since 1997. We take great pride in our work , and it always shows through the finished product, as well as our customers delight in their new deck , and the many compliments and referrals we get for our quality service. Check out some great examples of our work on the Deck pics pages, also the Pricing page, Referrals page,and Deck specs page. Call today or email me to set up a consultation.

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Patios To Go has been supplying outdoor furniture in Florida for more than 15 years. It is a family business owned and operated by Jayne and Gary Sadler.

Our outdoor furniture is all made in Florida to withstand the harsh Florida climate and comes with a full warranty of up to 15 years. We have a wide variety of frames and fabrics to choose from to create your own outdoor paradise.

View our outdoor furniture selections of aluminum, cast aluminum, all weather wicker, fiberglass wicker, PVC furniture, umbrellas, outdoor lighting, outdoor artwork, wall and garden art, outdoor cushions and much, much more. You can search catalogs from some of our manufacturers.

We understand that you are making an investment in your home. For that reason, we will never pressure you into buying something that may not suit your needs. We invite and encourage you to sit, rock, swivel or glide your way through our showroom. We feature many dining sets, deep seating arrangements as well as individual pieces.

We want to help you create the best outdoor experience possible, and to that end we offer our home-visit service. If you are unsure about colors, fabrics, the best use of your space, or if you just want the opinion of an experienced outdoor design person, we will bring our colors and fabrics to you. We strive for excellence in both the products we offer and our service.

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Thank you for visiting the Patios To Go online store. Our schedule 40 furniture grade PVC pipe and fittings can be used indoor or outdoor for a number of uses such as dog agility, outdoor patio furniture, aquatic products, sports equipment and much, much more. Please browse our online catalog and feel free to contact us by phone or email if you cannot find the fitting or pipe you require.

We will always provide you with excellent customer service. We keep a large quantity of PVC pipe and fittings in stock so we may ship them to you as quickly as possible; often the next working day. You can also collect by appointment from us.

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Welcome to Main Street Morgantown! Our beautiful city is home to over 26,000 people. With one of the strongest economies for small metro areas (CNN Money) Morgantown has much to offer. From outdoors activities, to a state of the art research institution, to a historic downtown rife with history, weve got it all. Nestled in the hills of northern West Virginia, Morgantown is a hop skip and a jump away from the Pittsburgh and Washington D.C. metro areas but is just far enough away to provide a relaxing and scenic ambience.

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Apex Pavers & Pools provides professional construction of pool decks, patios and walls for residential and commercial properties. We use only the highest rated products which will give you years of satisfaction.

We can replace your pool deck with brick pavers, Apex Pavers & Pools understands that your home is an important asset and we have innovative pool deck design ideas and solutions to capture your homes unique character and reflect your individual lifestyle.

Patios are an extension of the landscape. Patio construction is composed of natural stone, concrete pavers, or man-made hardscape materials that are built upon a base of crushed stone or sand. Patios can be used for many of the same things as decks including outdoor living, dining and entertaining. Patios can be an outdoor room with the addition of hardscape seating or retaining walls.

Retaining and free-standing walls add depth and dimension to your outdoor living area and surrounding landscaping, and can make your outdoor living space even more enjoyable! Apex Pavers & Pools has a wide range of materials and wall systems from which to choose. There are many shapes, colors and textures available to enhance the architecture of your home. Walls can be used to offset favorite trees, shrubs and planted areas as well as divide outdoor spaces, Landscape walls can be installed as elevated planter boxes or they can retain soil which adds functionality to your yard. These walls can incorporate tiers, steps, seat walls, or an elevated patio.

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Patios and Alfrescos are structures both perfectly suited to maximising urban outdoor living in Perth Western Australia. The additional living spaces provide by these structures are complementary to the indoor living areas and provide a transition from these to the outdoor areas of the home.

People often ask about the differences between Patios and Alfrescos and while many modern design concepts may blur the designation of a structure as one form or another, it is handy to recognise the differences to assist in the design and planning process.

Alfrescos are generally built under the main roof of the house from a new build or extension and give the appearance of being a part of the original roof structure.

Patios are an additional structure that is attached to the existing building or eaves without altering the homes existing roof line .

While many patios built today still appear as poor after-thoughts to and existing home and may in fact negatively impact a homes value, with some creative design and clever planning a new Patio can appear as original as an Alfresco area and add significant value to a homes equity.

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Choosing the right Metro Detroit contractor for your Stamped Concrete, Concrete Patio, Driveway, Walkway or flatwork cement home improvement project doesn't have to be a time consuming or nerve racking process.

That's why we take the time to show you our "actual concrete sample boards" in your home. These boards display the many different combinations of colors and textures as they really are. The boards can be laid down against your house brick or siding so that you can make the best color and pattern selection to match your home. Biondo Cement is also your local concrete driveway contractor specializing in NEW Driveway installation or replacement.

We take out old concrete and replace it with reinforced concrete so you get the very best product. We can also install lights into your patio, driveway or walkway to make it even more outstanding! Check out our concrete colors & patterns samples and get inspired.

Biondo Cement, Inc. is a leading residential and commercial concrete contractor that specializes in "Decorative Stamped Concrete" driveways, patios, walkways, garage floors, flatwork, cement footings and custom concrete installations and applications. Established in 1985, Biondo Cement has a proven track record of quality cement work and customer satisfaction that's hard to beat. Located in Shelby Township, Michigan.

Stamped Concrete is becoming increasingly more popular and the concrete of choice for most homeowners across the country. Because Biondo Cement, Inc. specializes in decorative stamped concrete, we're able to offer a wide variety of colors, patterns, finishes and design options to our customers. Our team of experts have decades of experience and use "state-of-the-art" tools and equipment when installing the product. Our expertise insures your project will be done both professionally and in a timely manner. We are fully licensed and insured and back up our commitment to quality and complete customer satisfaction with a 2 Year Warranty on workmanship and materials.

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Biondo Cement puts quality and service first. Your job will be given our utmost care & attention, therefore we do not cut costs by cutting corners. We want you to be a satisfied client who will refer others to us whithout hesitation. You can rest absolutley assured of professional workmanship.

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