Flagstone and natural stone patios with a one-of-a-kind look, set on a base built to stay level through Minnesota winters.
Natural stone has colors and textures that no two patios share. Flagstone and cut stone give a patio a heavier, more natural look that fits well with gardens, wooded lots and older homes. At Peters’ Patio and Landscape, we build natural stone patios as well as paver patios, and help you decide which fits your home and budget.
Stone can be laid in an irregular flagstone pattern or as cut pieces with straighter joints. Joints can be filled with polymeric sand, gravel or low plants, depending on the look you want and how the patio will be used.
The base is what keeps a stone patio flat. We dig out the area, install and compact the aggregate base in layers, and set the grade so water drains away from the house. Thicker stone is set so each piece sits solid and does not rock when you step on it.
Natural stone pairs well with stone steps, boulder walls and stone walkways so the whole yard reads as one design.
Both work well here when they are built right. Pavers are more uniform and usually cost less to install. Natural stone takes more labor to fit but has a look pavers cannot copy. Our blog post on pavers vs. natural stone goes into the trade-offs.
During the consultation we bring samples, look at the space, and talk through how each option would look and what it would cost.
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Are you looking to renovate your property but are not sure what to add? View our gallery to see the many attractive landscapes and outdoor living areas we have previously designed and built.
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