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F l o o r i n g

looring used for the outdoors
has to be resilient, but this
does not mean it will not be
Fbeautiful. You have a variety
of hardwood flooring that is suit-
able for the outdoors. You could also
opt for bamboo flooring for a more
eco-friendly material. You can also
use stone or slate for a rustic exte-
rior. Use mosaic in an outdoor living
space with a pool, to give it a tropical
feel. There and many more are floor-
ing options for you to use to define
your outdoor space. You can also
have a central motif on the floor-
ing, to give it a unique appearance.

While any type of surface you
choose for your patio will have its
benefits and drawbacks, there are a
few things to keep in mind that make
concrete the most desirable choice.
Thanks to its versatility and ability
to withstand all types of weather,
decorative concrete is expanding the
possibilities of outdoor living. Con-
crete can be used to build nearly ev-
ery structural element of an outdoor
room, including patios, and pool
decks, countertops and sinks, pizza
ovens and fireplaces, built-in seat-
ing, architectural accents and water
features. What’s more, decorative
concrete permits homeowners to
match the colors, textures and styles
of the elements inside their homes
and create seamless visual transi-
tions. Checkout these ideas for using
concrete to design and build an out-
door room that enhances the beauty
and usability of your home and bring
style to your outdoor entertaining.

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