When creating outdoor spaces, it's a fun idea to mix up different flooring materials to enhance ... to periodically cool it off or simply use a garden hose to wet it down every so often.

The right patio floor will elevate your outdoor space. Choose a material that suits the style of your home, the local climate, your budget, and how much maintenance you are willing to do.

Outdoor flooring is often at odds with nature, but manufacturers and landscape architects are devising new ways to adapt to water and other natural elements.

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