Small concrete patios can be an awesome way to make use of an otherwise empty or awkward space Check out these images to get an idea of how you can make a small patio work for you in your yard 2 Concrete and Wood Patio Ideas While concrete is a great material for creating outdoor living spaces and walkways it tends to lack an inviting
Get PriceFeb 21 20225 Stain or seal the concrete Applying a fresh stain or a sealer over an existing backyard patio is the most cost effective idea for updating concrete Expect to pay around $2 per square foot
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Get PriceUsing the hammer drill and a 5/8″ dia carbide tipped bit drill on the center mark to a depth of about 4 1/4″ It s possible that you will drill entirely through your concrete patio since concrete thicknesses 4″ to 6″ are not uncommon for patios Use a broom or air compressor blow gun to clear the dust
Get PriceMay 29 2021Preparing the site The first thing you need to do is to mark out where you intend your patio to be built with pegs and string Once you ve done this you need to start digging the area to an approximate depth of 15cm While you are doing this you should remove any plants or former paving that is present
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Get PriceOct 15 2022Even though it s possible to build a concrete patio without rebar it s not recommended All concrete is subject to cracks but rebar holds all the cracks together and keeps the slab level and even Without rebar the cracks would become quite wide and the concrete would become uneven
Get PriceJun 24 2022Square footage is lacking in many of our outdoor spaces but you can still create pretty patio ideas Use a hanging chair for your seating element to free up ground space Then layer in pots a plenty to add colour and interest 8 Add personality with pattern Image credit Ca Pietra/ design at nineteen
Get PriceAug 20 2022You can use cloth and other coverings to add personality to your greater patio area Idea 3 Install a Firepit If your neck of the woods gets quite cold during the winter adding a firepit to your concrete patio may be a good idea The great thing about having a firepit is your whole family and some friends could camp out in that area
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Get PriceHere s how to lay a patio for beginners in 6 easy steps Dig 150mm into your patio area Lay a compacted sub base of 100mm Cover the area with 40mm of concrete mix Lay paving slabs 15mm into the concrete with a 10 15mm gap Leave to set for at least 24 hours Fill the gaps between the paving slabs with concrete mix What tools do I need Trowel Rake
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Get PriceJun 27 2021Take a look at all of these fabulous concrete patio ideas Paint a Pattern Yes you can paint your concrete slab Lay Decking Flooring Did you know you can lay decking over a concrete slab Add Curves With Pavers Lay Slate Tiles Stain the Concrete to Look Like Tile Add a Beautiful Outdoor Rug Paint Concrete Dress it Up
Get PriceNov 3 2021The Patio Mortar Ratio The best mix for pointing patios is ideal at a ratio of 1 4 one part concrete and four parts sharp sand In some cases you can use 1 3 but that s only really going to help when you re pointing Trust us this ratio s been used for decades
Get PriceScrape rake and shovel the patio area to make it as level as possible Depending on the grade and the finished height of your patio you may need to add some sand fill Lay out the patio s footprint with stakes and string Make sure all the math works out and that the footprint is square Family Handyman Step 2 Build the Forms
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Get PriceAug 20 2022Idea 1 Make your Concrete Patio your Outdoor Living Room Put couches and chairs that are comfortable enough to sit on and lie in Line them with pillows to make for a completely cozy experience You can also add a coffee table to drink tea or coffee outside while enjoying a good book or listening to fantastic music
Get PriceAdd Crushed Gravel Afterward add finely crushed gravel over the soil ensuring that it amounts to about four inches Level the gravel with a rake or shovel and compress it checking it for an even surface as you go Build a Form Using the 2x6 foot lumber build a form for the new slab by lining the sides of the gravel
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Get PriceQUICK GUIDE LAYING A PATIO ON EXISTING CONCRETE 1 Prepare your concrete 2 Prime the back of the flags with a cement based primer 3 Create the mortar mix add a 30mm layer 4 Lay the paving slabs leaving 8 to10mm spaces between them 5 Fill the joints with the mortar mix and leave to set WHAT TOOLS DO I NEED Hard bristled brush
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Get PricePour the concrete as quickly as possible mixing in filler rocks as you go and using a straight board called a screed to keep it level Drag the screed down the length of the form with it resting on both sides Use a float to smooth out any lumps sweeping it in a long arc and taking care not to gouge it into the concrete
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