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Which color would you choose?

2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago

I am building a 400 sqf patio and I am debating between two color of pavers. My dilema is that my family room has a light gray vinyl plank that we like a lot and a big patio door that will overlook the new patio. My first thought was to get some gray pavers to possibly increase the perspective of the family room when you see the patio from inside. However, the siding of my house is a beige color and looking at the house from the outside, the paver with the warmer tones probably make more sense but it clashes with the floor from the family room and throws away the concept of a continuity. Also, keep in mind that there will be a lot of landscaping around. Please see my quick Photoshop "mock ups". Do you think it is horrrible if I go with the gray color paver? Which one do you prefer, 1 or 2?


Comments (11)

  • 2 years ago

    Match the exterior of the house.

    Andreia Brunstein thanked littlebug Zone 5 Missouri
  • 2 years ago

    #1,

    Andreia Brunstein thanked ci_lantro
  • 2 years ago

    I vote for #1

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    Hi, I would choose the first one, on the pictures it looks like the house is warm toned so it looks a lot better. The stone from the second picture is a cool toned grey so definitely number 1.

    Andreia Brunstein thanked Ariana Designs & Interiors
  • 2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    I don’t know what brand of pavers your’re considering, however, I know Belagard has a few with sort of a blend of warm/cool tones. Kendrah has made some good points. Good luck, decisions, decisions … not always fun.

    Andreia Brunstein thanked K Laurence
  • 2 years ago

    Go with the gray. It blends beautifully with your flooring.

    Andreia Brunstein thanked callirhoe123
  • 2 years ago

    Interior flooring is less permanent than patio paving or even siding so I wouldn't let it dictate what happens outdoors. And earth tones are more natural looking in an exterior setting.

    Actually, I don't care for the pavers in either color. I would choose an earthy color with less pattern and contrast. Or pour concrete and be done with it. A fresh slab will give you the gray color for now and patina to a more natural look in a few years. And be renewable to close to the original color if you want to restore the gray.

    Also looks like you have enough grade on the lot to pour a slab and have enough room to top with pavers later on. Be sure that the finished elevation of the slab will allow for enough room for added pavers later.

  • 2 years ago

    #1. That brown on my monitor is a compliment to the grey interior. Plus, it goes OK with the siding.

  • 2 years ago

    I live the gray; it looks great with a green lush lawn. I had gray pavers installed a few years ago for my walkway, retaining wall, and patio. I am still pleased with my gray choice.

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    There are many pavers that mix those colors but I usually like the deck to look like an extension of the interior but a patio is not on the same level as the level as the home so can be a bit different . In your case the patio is at the same level so I think a the beige is better for the pavers if you do not want the mixed ones.

    Andreia Brunstein thanked Patricia Colwell Consulting