Porcelain or Indian Sandstone for a Reading Patio?

Porcelain and Indian sandstone are both popular choices for a new patio. The right surface depends on the look you want, your garden layout and how the area will be used.

Porcelain paving

Porcelain offers a consistent colour and finish. It needs accurate cutting and careful installation, so the base, levels and joints should be planned before work begins.

Indian sandstone

Sandstone has natural variation in colour and texture. This gives the patio a more individual appearance, and the care needed can vary by product.

Plan the whole patio

Whichever paving you choose, consider ground preparation, access, edges, steps and how surface water will drain. These details affect the finished result and should be included in the project scope.

Example from a Reading patio plan

One recent project plan covered a 73 m² curved patio using 1200 × 600 mm anthracite porcelain, with cobble edging, channel drainage and steps by the garden doors. It shows why paving, edges, levels and drainage need to be considered together from the start.

KO Building & Landscaping installs porcelain and Indian sandstone patios in Reading and nearby areas. See our patio and paving service or contact us to discuss a written quote.