Having a patio in your back yard is a very handy space when it comes to summer. In fact, it also means the days of avoiding hosting the neighbourhood barbeque are a thing of the past because a brand new patio has the habit of making you want to invite as many people around as possible. In this blog, we’re going to focus on another patio material so that you can understand some of the pros and cons…
Reconstituted Stone
This type of driveway material is a mixture of concrete and natural stone that has been ground up into a range of different shapes. Due to modern methods, it has become difficult to tell the difference between this kind of stone and the real thing. Reconstituted stone is available to buy in a range of different forms depending on your preference, including flags and paving stones.
Pros
- Cheaper than opting for real stone
- Can be found in a wide range of texture, colours and sizes. Plus, its uniform texture means that it is less susceptible to flaking and cracks.
- It has a reasonably long life span when it is well cared for
Cons
- Opting for a cheaper type of reconstituted stone means that the colour will fade much quickly compared to the pricier choices
- This type of material is not as subtle as natural stone
When a company excels in their driveways, it’s only right to assume that they also design some great looking patios too! Here at Stone Made Drives, we’re like to think we fit into this category. After all, as the best driveways in Hive we are certainly capable of taking care of your patio needs!
