How Do You Lay A Cement Patio?
A concrete patio can be a wonderful addition to any yard and can save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars over the cost of building a deck. Additionally, the maintenance required for a concrete patio is very minimal. Laying your own patio may take around three days, but the rewards can be worth it. There are certain steps you can take to ensure that you build a patio that stands the test of time. Call your utility provider before you begin any construction project to ensure that you can safely dig in the area. Your utility company will mark off any areas that have underground wires. Plan your patio by determining the size of the area for the concrete you would like to lay down. Mark off the border of the building area by planting wood stakes into the ground and tying a string around the outer border. Purchase the right amount of concrete. Buy one bag of concrete for every 2 square feet. So for a 100-square-foot patio, you would need approximately 50 bags of premixed concrete. Dig
