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DIY Natural Looking Stepping Stones For A Unique Concrete Patio
By NICK POLISHCHUK
Stepping stones for your backyard patio can be expensive, but this DIY hack can help you bring style to your outdoor area by creating concrete stones yourself.
Since the stones won't be subjected to heavy traffic or excessive loads, you can use small-sized aggregate. One-quarter-inch gravel, or "crushed stone," is a popular choice.
Concrete is a mixture that comprises cement, gravel, sand, water, and other optional additives, so it's important to ensure you have proportions for your patio.
Once you've placed all the ingredients into a large container, mix them with a shovel. Check if you need to add any components; if the line retains its shape, it's ready.
Clear the area, dig shallow holes, and create molds if you want the stepping stones to sit above the grade. Hold the molds in place using U-shaped yard stakes.
Pour the concrete into the molds and spread it with a trowel. You can get creative and add some color to the mix as you're troweling its surface or make it textured.