Outdoor living spaces add beauty and functionality to your yard and when you opt to add one to your property, there are many choices to make such as what elements to install, the type of landscape plants, and the kind of material to build everything.
Choosing the material for your new space is a big decision, especially when you consider that they will last for decades. Learn about concrete pavers and natural stone and which one you may want to pick for your outdoor living space in Lebanon, Mt. Juliet, Hendersonville, and nearby areas of Tennessee.
Concrete Pavers: More Economical, But Require More Maintenance
One great choice for outdoor living spaces is concrete pavers. These come in many different colors, shapes, and sizes. Our hardscape contractors can arrange them in multiple patterns as well for a completely customized area. We can use them to create patios, walkways, decorative driveways, and more.
Pavers are a more economical choice of material, as they cost less than natural stone and are easier to install. Each piece is precut and designed to interlock with the one next to it.
They do require sealing and cleaning services, and those should be done every 3-5 years, which means they need more maintenance than stone. Occasionally, a paver might break or crack, but it is easy to replace them.
Natural Stone: Higher Costs, Will Last Forever
While natural stone, or flagstone, may have a higher upfront cost, the end results will last virtually forever. There are many different types of natural stone that you can use, such as:
- Bluestone: This stone is grayish-blue and is great for patios, pool areas, or walkways. It also tolerates varying weather patterns well, which means it’s great for our area of Tennessee.
- Limestone: Limestone comes in a wide variety of colors such as gray, red, tan, green, and more. It is a heavy, well-insulated stone.
- Granite: No two pieces of granite are alike, which makes it a great choice for patios and walkways. It’s usually gray in color and is very durable.
- Slate: This stone also can be multiple colors and is long-lasting.
Each type of stone will vary on cost, but they will take more time to install because each piece will need to be cut to fit the space. Our expert masonry workers can assess how to form your patio, walkway, outdoor kitchen, or other hardscape element using pieces of natural stone.
Based on your budget and project scope, we will pick a stone that complements the outside of your residential or commercial property.
Are you thinking about adding an outdoor living space to your Nashville-area property? Contact us for more information.
If you have been thinking about a new outdoor living space for your property in Mt. Juliet, Hendersonville, Lebanon, or surrounding areas of Nashville, TN, our company can help. We are one of the area’s leading landscape and hardscape contractors for both residential and commercial properties. Contact us at (615) 288-2052 to get more information and set up a consultation!