Patios Leeds
Patios designed and laid across Leeds and West Yorkshire, from a simple paved area outside the back door to multi-level patios with steps and retaining walls.
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Designing a patio
Before choosing the stone, decide where the patio will go, how big it should be and whether you want something other than a simple rectangle. Curves, circles and winding paths all give a distinctive look.
Think about the edges too. What edging do you want? Will the patio sit above or below the beds around it, and what will be planted there? If the garden slopes, will you need a retaining wall and more than one level? If there'll be more than one paved area, how will they connect?
We'll talk through the options with you. A good starting point is to sketch your ideal layout; we'll then work out what it would cost, and if needed adjust the size or materials to fit your budget.
Patios on sloping gardens
Sloping gardens throw up the trickiest decisions: the overall size, the size of each level, the retaining walls and where the steps go.
Most people start with a patio right up to the back door or patio doors, so you step straight out onto it at the same level as the house. If the garden falls away from the house, that layout comes naturally.
If the garden rises towards the back, a patio at house level means a retaining wall that gets taller the bigger the patio is, and steps or a ramp up to the higher ground. We'll take you through the options, so you're not left to make all the decisions on your own.
Patios we've laid in Leeds
How we lay a patio
Once the design is agreed, we know exactly what materials are needed. Some stones need a different jointing method, but the base is the same for almost every patio.
First we dig out, normally to around 15cm, and lay a compacted hardcore sub-base. On top goes a mortar bed, which fixes the slabs and helps keep weeds out. Every patio is laid with a slight fall so rainwater runs off rather than sitting on the surface or running towards the house.
Once the mortar has had about 24 hours to set, the joints between the slabs are pointed. Steps and walls have similar setting times before they're finished.
Choosing your paving
The choice of materials, colours, textures and sizes is huge. A budget helps narrow it down, and so does having a rough colour palette in mind. Here's a guide to the paving we lay most:
Areas we cover
We lay patios across Leeds and the surrounding parts of West Yorkshire, including Alwoodley, Horsforth, Yeadon, Rawdon, Calverley, Bramhope, Kirkstall, Weetwood, Whinmoor, Garforth, Rothwell and Morley. Not sure we reach you? Call 0113 519 1919.
Patio questions answered
How long does it take to lay a patio?
A typical patio takes two to four days, depending on the size, the material and how much ground preparation is needed. We'll give you a realistic timescale with the quote.
Can the same slabs be used for a driveway?
Some can, so you can have matching paving from the front of the house to the back garden. Granite setts and driveway-grade Indian stone are both good choices; thinner patio slabs aren't.
What is the best way to clean a patio?
For routine cleaning, a cup of washing-up liquid in a bucket of warm water and a stiff brush suits all paving. A pressure washer works on most stone but can strip sealant and damage the joints, so keep it away from the joints and re-point any that come loose.
Can patio slabs be painted?
They can, with a heavy-duty acrylic paint applied in several coats, but it's only a surface layer. It chips under tables and chairs, and once it starts to go it's hard to make good. Cleaning or relaying is usually the better option.
How much does a new patio cost?
A typical 20 to 40 square metre patio comes to roughly £2,600 to £5,200 in Indian stone or £3,200 to £6,400 in porcelain. See our paving costs page for more.
Get a free patio quote
Send us a few photos and rough measurements for an estimated price, or call 0113 519 1919 to arrange a free survey.