"DJ" wrote in message
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Hi all.
Was going to try to salvage a portion of my existing tired deck prior
homeowner installed. Upon further review- it's in poor shape and will be
coming down.
I plan on building a 4x8 landing out the back door with 3 additional steps
leading to a patio. Currently looking at Belgard pavers and stamped
concrete. I want bluestone but it's too expensive. Since we don't plan on
being here more than 5 additional years, we're not spending that kind of
cash.
Not sure if stamped concrete is a wise choice with the weather climate
changes - temp ranges -20 to 98.
It seems to me pavers installed properly will move with the ground and not
crack as concrete would over time. Besides, I think replacing 1 or 2
pavers is easier & cheaper than repairing stamped concrete.
Does anyone have any long term experience with stamped concrete in a
similar climate? I've seen enough cracked concrete sidewalks & driveways
around to make me believe it's not the way to go.
It all depends on your soil.
I am a contractor in upstate NY (capital district). Concrete will hold up
well in sandy soil areas and in clay shale areas if proper excavation/fill
drainage is observered. I would not recommend it over the hardpan clay which
curses some parts of this area.
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