Build your own patio

Many homeowners are interested to build patio on their backyard. A patio can become a true extension of your living space with the addition of plants to screen views and to create an attractive setting. Depending on its shape, a patio can blend almost organically into the landscape. If you are planning to build a patio, make sure your patio is properly positioned for privacy and easy access to the living areas of the house, especially the kitchen.

There are many ways to build a patio and a variety of styles and materials to use. Brick pavers are the most common material used for patios, but you can also build a patio with flagstone. The easiest way to build a patio with brick pavers is to set them in sand. Pavers, whether made of cast concrete or fired brick, are much denser than standard building bricks or blocks. Patio pavers are available in a variety of shapes and patterns, and installation will vary slightly from brand to brand and pattern to pattern.