Transform your outdoor space with stunning stone paver installations. Learn about design options and installation techniques.
C&M Concrete & Masonry Team
Outdoor Living Specialists
A well-designed stone paver patio creates an inviting outdoor living space that extends your home's footprint and increases property value. Stone pavers offer unmatched durability, timeless beauty, and versatile design possibilities that can complement any architectural style.
Each stone is unique with natural color variations and textures that create visual interest and authenticity impossible to replicate with manufactured materials.
Natural stone withstands freeze-thaw cycles, heavy traffic, and harsh weather conditions for decades with minimal maintenance required.
Individual pavers can be replaced if damaged without disturbing surrounding stones, unlike poured concrete which requires extensive patching.
Stone never goes out of style. Your patio will look just as beautiful 20 years from now as the day it was installed.
The pattern you select dramatically impacts your patio's overall aesthetic. Here are the most popular options:
Mixed sizes create an organic, natural look. Perfect for informal gardens and rustic settings. Most forgiving pattern for DIY installations.
Rectangular pavers arranged in a V-pattern. Provides excellent interlocking strength. Ideal for driveways and high-traffic areas.
Simple offset pattern similar to brick laying. Clean, traditional appearance that suits contemporary and classic homes.
Creates focal points and visual interest. Often used for fire pit areas or as decorative medallions within larger patios.
Proper installation is crucial for a long-lasting, beautiful patio. Here's what goes into professional paver installation:
Your patio must slope away from your home at a minimum of 1/4 inch per foot. Poor drainage leads to water pooling, settling, and potential foundation issues. Professional installation ensures proper grading.
Your patio should be proportional to your home and yard. As a rule of thumb, plan for at least 16 square feet per person for dining areas. Include space for furniture, walkways, and circulation.
Consider sun patterns throughout the day. You may want partial shade for comfort. Plan for pergolas, umbrellas, or strategic tree placement.
Use walls, fencing, plantings, or water features to create intimate spaces. Consider sight lines from neighboring properties.
Define zones for different activities: dining, lounging, cooking, fire pit gatherings. Each zone needs adequate space and appropriate furnishings.
Let our expert team design and install a stunning stone paver patio that transforms your outdoor living space.