Today we are seeing an increase in interest in arranging our garden plots. If earlier in the plots we tried to grow only different cultures, now we see a desire to decorate the site with complex decorative figures.

You ask where to start? Arrangement of the patio, on the advice of experts, should begin with a definition of why you need this very "patio" or, as it is also called, "yard without a roof." This is necessary to determine the size of the site and the amount of materials that you will use.

One of the most popular materials that are used for the arrangement of the patio is road plates. In the market, they are present in almost any shape, size or type. By the way, among them there are samples that mimic natural broken stone. This allows you to make an unusual pattern of weaving.

The use of plates has a significant plus. This is quick laying straight on mortar or sand. However, there is a tangible disadvantage, it is practically the inability to lay out a complex platform, since it is necessary to do a great job of cutting the plates.

The next question is where to place the "patio"?

As practice shows, in 9 out of 10 cases, patios are built on the back wall of the house. However, we must not forget about the illumination area. and also about the relief. After all, the smoother it is, the less time consuming its alignment process will be. Experts emphasize the importance of the location of the final surface of the "patio" 150-200 mm below the waterproofing series. Otherwise, moisture will penetrate into the house. In addition, you should know another important rule. In that case, if the garden surface gradually rises, going from the house, and you make a patio arrangement between the garden and the house, then it is imperative to make water flow from the patio surface. Otherwise, in heavy rain, the "patio" will turn into a pond.

The third question is the need to create a detailed plan. It should be drawn on paper. With accurate calculations, you will immediately understand how much material you will need and how to get around the problems that arise.

And finally, the fourth question, which concerns the drainage system. If you are building a "solid" patio, then it must necessarily have a small slope. This will help prevent the formation of puddles.