How Much Does Bluestone Patio Cost to Install?

Across the country, the average cost of a bluestone patio is $27 to $35 per square foot. A medium-sized 10′ x 10′ dining patio built with bluestone patio pavers costs approximately $2,700–$3,500, depending on the bluestone’s quality.

While pavers are easier to lay, irregular bluestone shapes are versatile and can be used anywhere in your landscape design—sidewalks, walkways, paths, etc. Cut stone can be the most expensive option over buying bluestone pavers or tile, and can bring the material and installation total to as much as $80/sq ft.

Marble and granite are single stones, whereas bluestone is a category with many members. In addition to its durability and hard-wearing nature, bluestone is ideal for applications in both interior and outdoor environments, making it a very attractive solution for both exterior and interior applications. Installing a bluestone patio can also increase the value of your home when it comes time to sell.

FAQs For Bluestone Patio

Is bluestone good for outdoors?

Bluestone is most often used in exterior projects, including landscaping projects. We’ve seen many clients use bluestone to create meandering and charming garden pathways through their properties, and it’s even been used to achieve a more formal and modern look in exterior walkways, porches, and patio etc.

Are pavers or bluestone more expensive?

A natural stone like bluestone tends to cost more than other pavers because of the cost of quarrying, as well as availability. Because bluestone is highly desirable and only comes from a few regions, it is often priced at a premium.

How long will bluestone last?

One of the best things about bluestone is its durability in any climate. It can last as long as 100 years if it’s taken care of properly, so you can rest assured that your bluestone paving stones will last for many years to come.

Does bluestone get hot in the sun?

One major challenge with using bluestone for a pool deck is that it tends to get hot. It isn’t just the stone’s dark color that contributes to the retention of heat, it’s something known as specific heat – some materials absorb and retain heat better, and bluestone is one of them.

Does bluestone crack easily?

Bluestone is light to dark greyish-blue in color, depending on the depth at which it is quarried. The deeper it is quarried, the more rich the color. It is also quite dense, which makes it durable and resistant to cracking.

Cost Of Flagstone Patio Materials

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The cost to install a flagstone patio fluctuates between $25 to $40 per square foot, depending on the time of year you buy materials and where you live.

The bigger the patio, the more you’re going to pay. So, if you want a flagstone patio that is 300 square feet, then you’re looking at paying $5,500 to $10,000.

Bluestone Patio Costs Vs. Other Materials

The raw materials for paving a patio with bluestone cost around $15 per square foot. Toward the cheaper end of the spectrum, bluestone can be purchased for around $10 per square foot. The other major cost factor involved in having a patio built is labor. Generally, you are looking at an average of $18 per square foot for a contractor’s labor cost. Your patio’s size, location, and any customization work you want will also influence the price.

Compared to other materials for your patio per square foot:

Patio Material	Average Costs
Concrete Patios	$6–$12 /per square foot
Pavers Patios	$21–$25 /per square foot
Brick Patios	$10–$29 /per square foot
Limestone Patios	$23–$30 /per square foot
Flagstone Patios	$23–$40 /per square foot
Rubber Pavers Patios	$26–$58 /per square foot
Granite Patios	$28–$32 /per square foot
Stamped Concrete Patios	$28–$32 /per square foot
Irregular Bluestone Pavers	$29–$34 /per square foot
Bluestone Patios	$27–$35 /per square foot
Marble Patios	$33–$88 /per square foot
Sandstone Patios	$44–$53 /per square foot

Bluestone Patio Maintenance

Although bluestone holds up exceptionally well to heavy traffic, it is a porous stone and can absorb water. You’ll need to seal it once installed.

Sealer/sealant – Because bluestone contains lime, you shouldn’t use harsh sealants on it because they can damage the minerals. A natural finish sealant will protect the patio for 3–4 years, and a good warranty will cover any of your maintenance needs.

Sealants will be applied in thin coats with a roller or sprayer to allow the concrete to expand and allow moisture to escape. While the sealer itself is approx. $0.55/sqft, the labor will cost about $30/hour.

Sealer maintenance – A good sealant can protect the patio from food stains, furniture scratches, and mold or mold for many years; cleaning is simple—just wash with a soft cloth and warm soapy water. Reapply sealer every 3–4 years.

Bluestone Patio Costs by Type

Bluestone is sold in several formats to suit a range of applications and uses—including giving patios and surrounding areas an authentic, natural appearance. In addition to precise cut stone, bluestone is also available in irregular shapes and sizes, which are leftovers of larger pieces that are broken during the quarrying process. If you want to choose a type of bluestone that will suit your project, irregular bluestone is the least expensive by at least $4 per square foot. Each format is available in a range of finishes including tumbled, thermaled, and natural cleft to best suit the intended application.

The list of possible configuration’s bluestone can be purchased in includes:

Bluestone Material	Average Costs
Bluestone Pavers	$10–$22 /square foot
Bluestone Treads	$55–$95 /each
Bluestone Slabs	$37 /square foot
Bluestone Steps	$25–$65 /each
Bluestone Mantels	$250–$450 /each
Bluestone Wall Products	$10+ / each
Bluestone Sills	$26–$34 / each

Slabs – $37/sq ft. Ranging in thicknesses starting at ½”, slabs are available from 12” by 12” to 24” by 36”. They can be installed as-is or cut on-site to create custom corners and accents.

Mantels and hearths – $250–$450. Suitable for outdoor fireside installations, mantles come in widths from 4’ to 9’ and from 14” to 24” deep.

Pavers – $10–$22/sq ft. To create a traditional bluestone patio flooring, pavers are available in a range of sizes, from 6” x 6” to 24” x 48”, and thicknesses from 1” to 1.5.”

Treads – $55–$95 each. These are most commonly used to top steps and are sold in varying widths from 3’–12’ wide, 1” deep, and 2” thick.

Sills – $26.50–$34. Bluestone sills add a cohesive transition to the exterior of the home in pieces 2” thick, 6” to 8” deep, and between 4’ to 8’ wide.

Wall products – $10.50. One of the smaller bluestone products, crafted in sizes resembling bricks, these are ideal for low walls and perimeter treatments in landscaping applications.

Bluestone Edge Treatments

The final element of customization in the raw materials is the edging. Additionally, stone manufacturers produce a number of edge treatments to suit homeowners’ tastes, in addition to the straightforward flat edge produced by cutting the stone. Some of the edge treatments include:

Eased edge
Full bull nose
Thermal radius round edge
Rock finish edge
Quarter round edge
thermal edge
Honed edges
Snapped edge
Thermal finish edge

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