Why I love using natural paving sandstone for patios

Choosing natural paving sandstone was probably the best decision I made when we finally got around to redoing our backyard last summer. I'd spent months looking at different options—concrete slabs, porcelain tiles, even gravel—but nothing quite had that same character. There is something about the way real stone looks under the sun (and even in the rain) that you just can't replicate with something made in a factory. It feels grounded, if that makes sense. It's not just a floor for your garden; it's like a piece of the landscape that's been there forever. ...

May 2, 2026 · 7 min · Gerald Blanken