Finding the Perfect Patio Pavers Starts with the Right Plan
When homeowners start dreaming about their outdoor space, they often picture the furniture, the fire pit, or the landscaping, but the foundation of every great patio is the paver itself. Choosing the perfect patio pavers isn’t just about picking a color or pattern you like. It’s about selecting a style, material, and layout that will complement your home, handle Ohio’s changing seasons, and last for decades.
At Outdoor Living by Mr. Mulch, we don’t just install patios, we guide you through the process of finding pavers that fit your lifestyle, your design vision, and your budget. Get a sneak peek at what your neighbors did for their perfect patio installation and see how we can bring your project to life.
Perfect Patio Paver Installation Pictures
Our Most Popular Paver
Beacon Hill Flagstone Colors (in-stock) from left to right (Sierra, River, Granite Fusion, and Birch)
What Makes Pavers "Perfect" for Your Patio
The perfect patio pavers aren’t the same for everyone, they’re the ones that balance style, performance, and practicality for your specific space. At Outdoor Living by Mr. Mulch, we look at several key factors before recommending a paver:
Durability
Your patio should withstand years of use, weather, and seasonal changes.
Slip Resistance
Safety matters, especially around pools or plentiful rainfall.
Color & Style
Complement your home’s architecture. Use cohesive textures & colors.
Maintenance Needs
Some pavers keep their beauty with minimal upkeep, while others require sealing or more frequent cleaning.
Seasonal Performance
In Ohio’s freeze-thaw cycles, pavers need to handle expansion and contraction
Popular Paver Options We Recommend
When it comes to selecting the perfect patio pavers, material choice can completely change the look, feel, and function of your outdoor space.
At Outdoor Living by Mr. Mulch, we work with a variety of premium paver options to match different design styles, budgets, and maintenance preferences. Some of our most popular choices include:
- Concrete Pavers: Versatile, cost-effective, and available in countless colors and patterns. Our clients love options like Beacon Hill Flagstone, which offers the rich, natural look of stone with the durability of concrete.
- Clay Brick Pavers: Timeless charm with excellent color retention. Perfect for classic, traditional, or historic home designs.
- Natural Stone Pavers: Unique variations in texture and color make every patio one-of-a-kind. Ideal for high-end, custom projects.
- Permeable Pavers: Designed to allow water to drain through the surface, reducing runoff and helping with drain
By evaluating these factors before installation, we help ensure your patio not only looks amazing on day one, but continues to perform beautifully for decades.
Visit the Largest Outdoor Patio Showroom in Central Ohio
Hands on Samples. Peruse set up Landscapes. Purchase with Confidence.
How We Help You Choose the Perfect Patio Pavers
Picking the perfect patio pavers can feel overwhelming with so many colors, textures, and patterns available, but that’s where we make it simple. At Outdoor Living by Mr. Mulch, our team guides you through the selection process step by step, so your patio turns out exactly how you envisioned it.
Here's how we do it:
Design Consultation
We start by learning about your space, your style preferences, and how you plan to use your patio.
Browse Landscape Idea's
Walk throughout our beautiful outdoor showroom to see which pavers catch your eye and feel right beneath your feet.
Hands On Samples
Transition over to the Mr. Mulch Landscape Supply store with our contractor to browse colors and styles from the best patio pavers you found.
Pattern and Layout Guidance
From herringbone to random flagstone patterns, we’ll help you choose the design that fits your home best.
Finishing Touches Before your Patio Installation
We’ll discuss borders, inlays, and accent colors to make your patio stand out.
By the time By the time installation begins, you’ll feel confident knowing you’ve chosen pavers that fit your lifestyle, your home, and your long-term needs.
Why Professional Patio Installation Matters
Even the perfect patio pavers won’t look or perform their best without the right installation. A patio is only as strong as the base beneath it — and proper preparation is what keeps it level, safe, and beautiful for decades.
When you choose Outdoor Living by Mr. Mulch, you’re getting a team that follows proven best practices on every project:
Proper Base Preparation
We excavate to the correct depth, install a compacted gravel base, and add a leveling layer of bedding sand for a stable foundation.
Precision Laying & Edging
Each paver is placed with care to ensure tight joints, straight lines, and consistent patterns. Edging is installed to lock pavers in place to prevent spreading.
Drainage & Slope Planning
Your patio is graded for water runoff, preventing puddles, erosion, and shifting pavers.
Finishing for Longevity
Joint sand is swept and compacted into the gaps, and sealing options are available for extra protection.
A professionally installed paver patio doesn’t just look great the day it’s finished, it stands the test of time, year after year.
Our Patio Installation Process
We’ve built our reputation on creating paver patios that are as functional as they are beautiful. Our installation process is designed to keep your project on time, on budget, and built to last.
Visit our Paver Patio Installation page to check out our install process and recent projects we've completed.
