Concrete Patios
Create the perfect outdoor living space with a custom concrete patio built to last.
Transform Your Backyard with a Concrete Patio
Your backyard should be a place where you can relax, entertain, and enjoy the Florida weather. A well-designed patio gives you a solid foundation for outdoor furniture, grills, and gatherings. When you choose concrete for your patio, you get a surface that stays level, handles heavy use, and requires very little upkeep.
Many homeowners in Bradenton start with a wooden deck, but wood requires constant maintenance. You have to seal it, stain it, and replace rotted boards. Concrete patios eliminate that hassle. Once your patio is installed, you can focus on enjoying your outdoor space instead of maintaining it.
Concrete also offers incredible design flexibility. You can create any shape or size to fit your yard. Add curves, multiple levels, or integrate the patio with other hardscaping elements. With decorative options like stamped patterns and custom colors, your patio can look as elegant as natural stone at a fraction of the cost.
Planning Your Perfect Patio
The first step in creating your concrete patio is deciding how you want to use the space. Do you need room for a dining table and chairs? Are you planning to add an outdoor kitchen or fire pit? How much seating do you want? These questions help us determine the right size and layout for your needs.
Location matters too. We look at sun exposure, drainage, access from your house, and views. A patio that gets full afternoon sun might need a pergola or shade structure. Low areas may require extra grading to prevent water from pooling. We consider all these factors during the design phase.
Key Design Considerations
- Size: Plan for at least 100 square feet per seating area, plus space for walkways and furniture movement.
- Shape: Rectangular patios are cost-effective, while curved edges and custom shapes add visual interest.
- Slope: Proper drainage is critical. We create a slight slope away from your house to prevent water issues.
- Integration: Connect your patio to existing walkways, gardens, or pool areas for a cohesive look.
- Future additions: Consider leaving space for a future outdoor kitchen, pergola, or landscaping features.
We work with you to create a design that fits your lifestyle and budget. You do not have to build everything at once. Many homeowners start with a basic patio and add features over time.
Decorative Concrete Options
Plain gray concrete is durable and affordable, but you might want something with more personality. Decorative concrete techniques let you achieve high-end looks without the high-end price tag. Stamped concrete is one of the most popular choices for patios. We press patterns into the wet concrete to create textures that look like flagstone, slate, brick, or wood planks.
Color options are nearly unlimited. Integral color is mixed into the concrete before pouring, creating consistent color throughout. Color hardener is applied to the surface for deeper, richer tones. Stains and dyes can be added after the concrete cures to create natural stone variations or artistic effects.
Exposed aggregate is another popular finish. We wash away the surface layer to reveal the decorative stones in the concrete mix. This creates a textured, slip-resistant surface with natural beauty. You can choose from different aggregate colors and sizes to match your preferences.
If you want something truly unique, we can combine techniques. For example, you might have a stamped border with a smooth interior, or alternate between different colors and patterns. During your consultation, we show you samples and photos of past projects to help you visualize the possibilities. Learn more about our stamped and decorative concrete options.