In summer, the patio is an outdoor paradise for many people. They spend every free minute in their green living room. Having breakfast outside in the morning, relaxing at lunchtime, drinking coffee in the afternoon and hosting friends for a barbecue in the evening. This is the perfect way to enjoy summer at home. And it’s even better on a stone-carpeted patio.
Contents
- Good reasons for a stone carpet terrace
- Advantages of a stone-carpeted terrace compared to a tiled surface
- Stone carpet terraces have proven their worth
- Qubo® Painting – unique motifs for your stone-carpeted patio
- How much does it cost to renovate a terrace?
- Non-binding Cost estimate
- Link collection
- FAQ
- Shop
Good reasons for a stone-carpeted patio You can recognize by these signs that you should renovate your patio
Sign 1: Cracks in the current decking
Probably the most obvious reason for renovating a patio is cracked, uneven flooring. Chipped stone tiles or cracked cast floors not only look shabby, they also pose a danger. Anyone who has ever got stuck on a stone edge while walking barefoot knows exactly what is meant. Tipping chairs and tables are also a disruptive factor when relaxing in the garden.
A well-laid gravel floor forms an even surface without any obstructive edges, making these problems a thing of the past.
Sign 2: Damage to the substrate
Far less obvious is damage to the substrate underneath the decking. Old and improperly applied primers can pose a risk to the building structure, especially on patios directly next to the house or on roof terraces. It is therefore important to consult a specialist company at the first sign of damaged waterproofing.
As waterproofing is an essential part of the gravel coating in outdoor areas, the laying professional pays particular attention to professional laying.
Sign 3: Look and feel good
The visual impression is also an important aspect when deciding when the patio should be renovated. You can only relax properly in a place where you feel comfortable and enjoy spending time. Accordingly, the amount of maintenance required should be low so that you have more time to relax.
As a gravel base remains free of weeds and is easy to clean, these conditions are met.
If you have any questions about waterproofing and installation, our Qubo® support points will be happy to help.
Advantages of a stone-carpeted terrace compared to a tiled surface
The problem with tiles as decking is as follows:
There is always a risk that they can become infiltrated with moisture. If the water gets into the cavities under the tiles and the temperature then drops below freezing, the water under the tiles will freeze. As the volume of ice is greater than that of water, the tiles are broken up. The result is cracked joints and loose tiles.
With stone carpet, the water flows through the open-pored stone structure and is drained away via the seal. The answer to the question of whether a stone carpet is waterproof in outdoor areas is therefore clear: No, it must actually be permeable to water! Permeability is one of the major advantages of gravel flooring. It prevents the floor covering from being pushed up and damaged by freezing water. Professional waterproofing is therefore particularly important for stone-carpeted terraces and outdoor areas in general.
Stone-carpeted terraces have proven their worth Combining aesthetics and robustness outdoors
Stone carpet decking has proven to be an extremely popular option. Their popularity is based on the combination of impressive aesthetics and remarkable functionality. The stone carpet gives the patio a natural, organic look and creates an inviting outdoor atmosphere. At the same time, it is characterized by remarkable durability. The mixture of special binders and high-quality pebbles results in a surface that not only looks attractive, but is also strong and resilient enough to withstand the many demands of outdoor use.
Outdoor flooring is exposed to temperatures between -20°C and +40°C, depending on the season. Accordingly, a certain degree of elasticity is important so that the material can expand and contract permanently without cracking. From extreme heat in summer to frosty temperatures in winter – the stone carpet retains its integrity and aesthetic appeal.
In addition, it offers slip resistance, minimizes water retention and requires little maintenance. The binder used makes the gravel floor 100% frost-resistant.
This proven combination of beauty and functionality makes the stone carpet a convincing choice for terraces of all kinds.
A pool surround made of marble or quartz gravel can be easily matched to a stone-carpeted patio. The use of
Qubo®Tec also makes it possible to match the look of the courtyard and driveway. Both systems are ideal for use around pools and as garden paths, enabling a consistent design around the house.
As a pool surround, the water permeability of the gravel base has a positive effect in two ways: Firstly, rainwater is drained away directly. Secondly, it prevents the formation of puddles when water spills over the edge of the pool.
Qubo® Painting - unique motifs for your stone-carpeted patio Geckos, plants and more make your stone-carpeted patio one of a kind
The freedom of design is a unique selling point of stone carpeting. This not only applies to the many hundreds of colors in which marble and quartz gravel are available. The use of Qubo® Paintings also makes your stone carpet terrace something unique. The sz art of airbrush manufactory creates airbrush works of art on quartz gravel according to customer requirements. The logos, motifs, lettering and much more created in this way are provided with a special sealant. This makes the motifs abrasion-resistant and protects them from the effects of UV radiation. Qubo® Paintings are therefore also ideal for use on stone carpets.
Each work of art is created by hand and delivered ready to lay. The specialist inserts the desired motif directly into the floor during installation, creating a continuous surface without transitions.
How much does it cost to renovate a terrace? The right offer with personal advice
Depending on the material selected and the preparation steps, the costs for different construction projects can vary greatly. Skirting boards and any desired motifs are also factors that affect the price of a stone carpet patio.
For an initial non-binding cost estimate, you can make an inquiry using the form directly below this paragraph. In a subsequent personal consultation, all open details about your new stone-carpeted patio can be clarified. You will then receive an offer tailored to your individual construction project and ensure that your patio …
… for a strong appearance!
Non-binding cost estimate and advice
Qubo® quartz gravel can be used outdoors without any problems. Their special coating gives the quartz pebbles additional protection from the sun’s rays.
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High drainage capacity due to open-pored structure
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Quick drying in sun and wind
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Easy to clean and self-cleaning
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100% frostsicher
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UV-stabil
- Gentle, massage-like walking comfort when walking barefoot
When laying a stone carpet, it is primarily the area of application that determines the pricing.
The costs also depend on many other factors, including
- the type of binder required
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from the primer
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the choice of skirting boards, for example, if these are also made of gravel
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from the labor costs of the professional installer
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the size of the area to be laid
In outdoor areas, for example with a stone carpet terrace, higher costs are incurred as the substrate must be sealed and the marble or quartz gravel laid with a UV-resistant binder.
Colored quartz is available in the following grain sizes:
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1–2 mm
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2–3 mm
- 3–4 mm
Marble gravel is available in the following grain sizes:
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1–4 mm
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4–8 mm
- 8–15 mm
Typically, a quartz grain size of 2 – 3 mm or a marble gravel grain size of 1 – 4 mm is selected. However, larger gravel grain sizes are also conceivable, especially for stone carpets.
Of course, the choice of gravel grain size has an effect on the laying thickness of the gravel floor.
An installation thickness of 8 mm is used outdoors.
10 mm of material is applied to external stairs.
Vertical surfaces such as risers, skirting boards and walls are laid in 6 mm.
All specifications refer to normal quartz gravel with a grain size of 2 – 3 mm. The layer thickness also increases with coarser gravel.
The larger the grain size of the gravel, the higher the installation height of the floor covering. This means that more gravel and additional binder is required per m². The price increases accordingly.
The primer forms the bonding bridge between the building structure and the gravel floor. The material can be applied to almost any substrate, for example tiles, wood, stone, concrete and metal. Different substrates require different preparation steps.
On tiles and metal, for example, a primer is required to give the smooth surface stability during installation.
On porous stone and absorbent screed, the appropriate primer must be used to prevent the binder from being absorbed, which is intended to ensure that the pebbles remain in place.
To coat wooden planks with a gravel floor, the movement of the planks against each other must first be stopped. To do this, the installer first applies a mesh mat to the wooden floor. Once the filler has dried, the gravel floor is applied.
With a stone-carpeted terrace, the substrate is first primed and then waterproofed, onto which the surface is then filled.
Dogs, cats and co. feel much more comfortable on the structured surface of a gravel floor than on smooth floor coverings such as tiles or laminate, as they do not slip on the gravel structure. These surfaces can also be easily cleaned using a high-pressure cleaner with a brush attachment.
The most important thing when creating stone-carpeted terraces and outdoor areas in general is to prepare the substrate. This ensures the durability of the finished floor.
On the one hand, this is because a primed subfloor provides significantly increased adhesion for the filled gravel. On the other hand, a sealing layer keeps rainwater away from the building structure, for example, which supports long-term durability.
Options for sealing building structures are
- Sealing using an epoxy resin seal with sealing membrane
- Sealing using a flex sealing slurry
In order to drain rainwater effectively, a stone carpet balcony is laid with a gradient of at least 1.5%.
No, on stone carpet terraces, the gravel floor is always laid as an open system to ensure drainage capacity and thus the run-off of rainwater. This makes it 100% frost-proof and therefore ideal for pool surrounds and as a covering for balconies, entrance areas, outdoor steps and loggias.
Yes. A staircase coated with stone carpet already has a slip resistance class of R10 after installation.
Special sealants can be used to increase the slip resistance class to R11 or R12.
Depending on the design of the staircase, the renovation takes 3-5 days. In special cases, installation is also possible within an even shorter time. For a more precise determination of the duration of your construction project , simply contact us at.
All our gravel floors use natural stones as the base material. This is why many people also refer to stone carpeting as natural stone carpeting.
The gravel is available natural and colored.
FAQ
Details and facts, key figures and explanations – here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about our Qubo® coating systems. If any details remain unclear, simply contact us. We will be happy to advise you personally and promptly.
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- Stone carpet …
- … Product page
- … Worth knowing:
- Overview of the Qubo® bases
- Leverkusen base
- Düren base
- sz art of airbrush
