Stones can give off that polished and sophisticated look on your patio designs. Unlike any other type of material, stones are solid, durable, can withstand extreme temperature and weather conditions, and can last for more than a lifetime.
Some questions to ask when planning on patio stone designs.
1.Is natural stone the best material to use?
Using natural stone for patios is great. Since you may want to preserve and maintain your patio for a long time, then stone is the best material to use. A lot of patios are already built using stone as main component in the design.
Another great thing about stone patio design is that they blend well with whatever theme or environment. You do not have to pattern the colors around you with the stone that you will be using because whatever stone type or texture, the result will always look good.
2.What are some stone suggestions to use?
Limestone - Limestone is the best stone to use not only in your patio but in any part of the house. Majority of limestone have a soft earth tone color. It may also have a speckled grain, a swirl throughout and can contain fossils. Limestone is relatively new in the market. But it is the material widely used in architecture designs, homes and commercial establishments. They are also available in many textures and finishes.
Granites - Granites have swirled or spattered grain and they come in a variety of color. Granites are known to have "busy" looks. But nowadays, the trend is for manufacturers to flame and hone them to produce a much more stylish surface. The only downside to granites is that they tend to be slippery.
3.Marble - Marble is more or less the same with limestone in the sense that it grows more beautiful with time. It is also very much available in every size, color, texture and finish preferred.
4.Slates - In the past, slates are only used for billiard tables, chalkboard and roof tiles. Over the years, it has become popular for residential and commercial applications. Slates are considered as the perfect material for patios. They also come in many colors and sizes.
5.Travertine - Travertine are marbles with holes. People used to think that travertine cannot be used for homed because of its holes. But then, once the holes are filled with grout, it gives off a unique look and can add vibrancy to the design.
(cn-stonenet.com)
