Reasons to choose a concrete patio

Compared to wooden decks, bricks and paver stones, concrete patios are the clear winner in our opinion. In fact, concrete patio surfaces are more affordable, and you can choose from a wide variety of styles. Not to mention they are easy to maintain, durable and more easily repaired or resurfaced.
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Why choose a concrete patio surface?

• Versatility

Wooden decks may look stylish, but concrete is more versatile since you can mix it with other materials like crushed limestone and gravel. There are also various finishing techniques like stamping patterns which can mimic the look of bricks, stone, and tiles.
You can also choose sophisticated designs such as embossing or engraving patterns and logos into the concrete surface to emulate a variety of natural stones from marble to slate. This makes a concrete surface stylish but cost-effective.

• Initial cost

The initial cost of a typical concrete patio is far cheaper than a wooden deck, around half the price. However, design choices may increase the cost per square metre for both concrete and wooden patio surfaces.
Therefore, if you are planning to improve the value of your home, it is important to make a wise decision and ensure that you are maximising your return on investment. Choosing concrete is often a more logical choice because it can have a finish that compliments your home and can be an appropriate fit with your design and backyard landscaping, without the added expense.

• Longevity

There are several similarities in the maintenance process of both concrete surfaces and wooden patio decks. They both need to maintained properly to maximize their longevity and prevent any damage caused by ice, rain, heat, and cold.
Both surfaces must be scrubbed, sanded, and power washed until smooth before you can reseal them. If they are properly maintained, they can last up to 30 years. Although sealant application is far better and more straightforward for concrete compared to wooden decks.

In fact, concrete patios have a distinct maintenance advantage as sealant is only needed once every 3 to 5 years. Wooden decks must be re-stained and resealed annually, which means they will cost more time and money to maintain than a concrete surface. However, it is important to choose the right material for your landscape and design.

Why choose Canberra Concreting
We are the leading concreting company in Canberra, and we have a team of highly skilled and professional concreters that can help you upgrade or build a concrete patio. Combined with state-of-art equipment and our years of experience in this business, you can be sure that we can provide you the best quality service that you expect.

Most importantly, we are transparent when it comes to the total cost of your project. We can even guide you on which type of concrete or cement mix is suitable for your landscape. So, we urge you to get in touch with us today; our team will provide you a quote based on the design you want to achieve.