The Concrete Patio


Planning and Specifications

The new patio will be larger and more durable than the previous patio.


Patio Design

Example of the color and design I would like.
Specifications
  1. 15 x 15 foot square
  2. 4 inch minimum depth
  3. Terra Cotta Color
  4. Stamped Design if cost within budget

Special Considerations

  • Footings for Arbor must be placed when patio is set.
  • Cost -- < $1500
    We have found contractors that do beautiful work but require a $3000 site minimum.


Installation

Patio Installation 1 Actual Size
15' l X 12' w X 4 - 6" d
Walkway 3' w
Holes were dug and filled with concrete for piers for the posts on the arbor.
Contractor Lorenzo Cruz
Lorenzo was great to work with, his crew were prompt, fast workers. Lorenzo helped in getting the patio properly dimensioned. The patio was framed and poured in within a weeks time.
Concrete Finished Concrete Poured and Cured

Although it only took a few days for installation, 30 days must go by before the surface is ready to stain.
Is your concrete dry?
How to Test for Moisture: The test involves using a 18"x18" polyethylene sheet approximately 4 mils thick. Tape the sheet tightly to the concrete and leave in place for 16 hours. If there is no moisture accumulated on the underside of the sheet the concrete is dry enough for most coating applications. If needed, retest periodically until the sheet is free of moisture.


Surface Decoration

Product and Technique
A & A Trading Post Englewood CO 80110 (303)761-0747
Englewood Paint Englewood CO 80111 (303)789-7500

Useful Links in Planning a Concrete Patio

Concrete Information Site
One Colorado Concrete Contractor
Stamped Concrete
Mason Select Concrete Stain