How to Plan a Stamped Concrete Patio

A little planning up front makes a patio better and the project smoother.

Start With Use

Think about what you want to do on the patio: dine, grill, lounge, gather around a fire. Furniture and traffic paths decide the size.

Leave room to move around the furniture.

Shape, Pattern and Color

Look at the yard and the house. Decide on a shape, a pattern and a color palette, and bring photos.

We bring samples and mark out the layout.

Drainage and Timing

Plan slopes so water leaves the patio, and think about the season. Spring through fall is the main season for pours, and booking early helps.

Ask about permits and HOA rules.