4 ‘CONCRETE’ (AND NOT SO CONCRETE) WAYS TO FIX UP YOUR PATIO THIS WINTER

By Jeff  Posted Oct 28, 2020  In Blog

Rain, snow, sleet…the elemental enemies of any homeowner. 

This winter, we at Taylor Concrete want to make sure you’re prepared to face any weather challenges head-on!

Well… maybe we won’t be mailing you a parka and bright yellow galoshes, but we can give you some help on sprucing up your patio for the winter.

Here are 4 winter patio ideas that’ll help you and your patio survive the season:

CONCRETE RETAINING WALLS KEEP THAT WINTER WIND AT BAY.

Can a concrete retaining wall block act as an air barrier? You bet your bottom. Building a wall around your patio can help block those nasty winter winds from ruining a fun night around the bonfire. Keep the backyard gatherings going well into winter with a functional (and beautiful) retaining wall!

A CONCRETE WAY TO FIX UP YOUR CONCRETE PATIO.

In order to make it through the season, make sure that your patio is in tip-top condition to start. Concrete is beautiful and sturdy…but cracks do happen and they aren’t pretty.

Cracks can not only detract from the appearance of your patio, but as the moisture seeps in, it can widen the cracks and lead to further damage and unevenness. If you don’t address it right away, it can lead to more costly repairs down the road. So how do you fix this? If the cracks are small, you can use some over-the-counter caulk and sealer.

However, if the cracks are bigger, you can opt for DIY concrete or, best of all, polymer resin. The latter is certainly more expensive but much more durable than concrete. No idea what you’re doing? At that point, hiring a professional is the best way to go.

CONSIDER CONCRETE PAVERS.

If you’re considering laying down concrete for the first time this season, consider concrete pavers instead of ready-mix or poured concrete. Interlocking concrete pavers and concrete paving slabs are inherently flexible, unlike poured concrete.

This flexibility is key to long-term performance in cold regions where concrete is susceptible to freeze-thaw conditions and regions with expansive soils. Poured concrete is a rigid pavement so, in freeze-thaw conditions and on expansive soils, it can’t move or flex, resulting in unsightly cracks and unevenness.

MAKE SURE YOUR FIRE PIT IS FIRE-READY!

Stones? Or maybe you’re more of a brick person? Either way, nothing says winter-like family around the fireplace so make sure yours is all set to cozy up to during the holiday season!

Thanks for checking out these winter patio ideas! Need help putting them into action? Reach out to us today. 

Whew! Now, you’ve officially earned a hot cocoa break.

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