
When it comes to enjoy a perfect weekend, there is nothing quite, calm and rejuvenating like patios in outside home. The ambience it creates is simply unparallel. Perhaps, this is the reason why many homeowners dream to have a patio like fairy tale. If you are planning to have such patio make sure that you don't limit yourself to just what you have seen and liked in magazine or at your neighbor's house. There are stunning assortments of patio designs. With such different types of patios the choices can surely be endless. Let us discover few of them:
Removable patios
Patios need not necessarily be permanent in your garden; it can be removable as well. Often, people are not sure about the location to create a sitting arrangement. In such scenario, removable patios come out to be an ideal option. Moreover, they are also not much expensive. Some of the common examples are retractable awnings, canopies and umbrellas made of fabric. You can get variety in colors and prints for fabric.
Arbors patios
Arbors are mostly preferred in garden areas to provide shade or to create a small chit-chat area. These are basically a framework to support climbing plants. They look fabulous in gardens when flowering shrubs surround it or creeping plants covers its shades and poles. This patios type creates an amazing ambience that you would never like to miss. Such shaded design offers a wide scope to show your creativity.
Gazebos patios
If you are looking for a fully covered patio, Gazebo style is what will suit you the best. Although, this design are classic and belongs to 1970s era, but is still quite a popular structure. It is a kind of ranch house with the roof line extended away from the home wall with posts for supporting it. This might be built of concrete slab or simply finished with tile or some outdoor carpet material. Comparing to other patios, this can be a more secured and shaded area for furniture. To create an authentic living area, you can install wall lighting and ceiling fans in this patio.
Metal patio cover
Metal roofs are quite preferred among Australians. Reason, metal patio roofs are long lasting, almost for several decades. Moreover, they are green friendly and can be recycled. So, unlike other roofing system, they can be used for other purposes in your house if required. Steel is usually preferred in rust color. However, there are other options as well, such as aluminum and copper. If you compare these metal patios, you will find them outlasting wooden structure. Certainly, they are a wise choice for the exclusive look you have been ever looking for.

This is a comparison chart of various designs and their suitability for certain conditions. This is provided as a guide only, as your Altec Patio Design Consultant can give you more comprehensive information.
