A complete porcelain patio installation from Driveways 4 You typically costs between €100 and €200 per square metre. Our guide price includes excavation, removal of excavated materials, standard sub-base construction, porcelain tiles, installation materials and labour. The final cost depends on the patio size, ground conditions, garden access, drainage, tile choice and design details.

Our €100–€200 per m² guide price represents a complete porcelain patio installation. It includes excavation and site preparation, removal of excavated materials, standard sub-base construction and compaction, preparation of suitable levels and falls, porcelain tiles, bedding, bonding and jointing materials, and installation by our own experienced team. Decorative borders, steps, additional drainage and bespoke features are quoted separately where required.

Using our €100–€200 per m² guide range, a 50m² porcelain patio gives an indicative budget of €5,000–€10,000, including standard preparation and installation. Decorative borders, steps, additional drainage or non-standard groundwork may increase the total. A site visit allows us to provide a quotation for your chosen design.

Our porcelain and natural stone patios both fall within the same €100–€200 per square metre guide range. This allows you to consider both materials when choosing the appearance of your patio. Individual quotations can still differ depending on the selected tiles or stone, laying pattern, preparation and finishing details.

Decorative borders, entrance steps and other bespoke features are quoted separately from our standard €100–€200 per m² guide price. Their cost depends on the materials, dimensions and construction required. We can discuss these details during your site visit and set out the agreed work in your quotation.

Sometimes. On a larger, straightforward patio, fixed costs such as setting up and bringing machinery to the site can be spread across a greater area. However, restricted access, difficult ground conditions, additional drainage or a complex laying pattern can offset this. We assess the complete project before confirming the price.

For a rectangular patio, multiply the length by the width in metres to calculate the area in square metres. For example, a patio measuring 5 metres by 6 metres is 30m². For an irregular layout, divide the area into smaller rectangles and add their areas together. Your measurements can help with initial budgeting; we will confirm the area during the site visit.

Photographs and approximate measurements can help us discuss the proposed work and give an initial indication of the likely budget. A site visit is needed to assess ground conditions, access, levels, drainage and preparation before providing a quotation for your property.

It depends on the condition and suitability of the existing construction. Before recommending an installation method, we assess its stability, foundations, levels, drainage and clearance at doors. Where the existing patio or base is unsuitable, removal and additional preparation may be required. Our published guide price includes excavation and standard sub-base construction for a complete installation.

Drainage is considered as part of the patio design. We assess the existing garden levels, door thresholds and surrounding surfaces, then plan suitable falls and any drainage works required to direct water away from the property. Additional drainage channels or changes to existing drainage are identified and priced in your quotation where needed.

Porcelain tiles are available in a wide choice of colours and finishes, including cream, beige, white, light grey and darker tones, with stone, concrete and marble effects. We show 16 porcelain swatches on this page to help you explore possible finishes. If you already have a particular outdoor porcelain tile in mind, we can discuss it with you when planning your patio.

The installation time depends on the patio size, garden access, the existing surface, excavation and preparation requirements, tile layout, cutting, drainage and weather conditions. Once we have inspected the property and assessed the work involved, we can give you a clearer indication of the expected installation schedule and when the patio will be ready to use.

Regular sweeping helps remove leaves, soil and loose debris. For routine cleaning, use a soft brush, water and a cleaner suitable for outdoor porcelain tiles, following the product instructions. Deal with food, drink and barbecue spills promptly, keep drainage channels clear and check the joints occasionally. If you are unsure about a cleaning product or pressure washing, contact us for guidance.

No. Our patio installations are carried out by our own experienced team. Keeping the work in-house allows us to maintain control over the project from excavation, foundations and drainage through to tile laying, jointing, borders and final finishing details.

Yes. Driveways 4 You installs porcelain patios throughout Dublin and surrounding areas. We can arrange a site visit to assess your garden, measure the area, check access and levels, discuss tile choices and provide a quotation for the proposed work.

Yes. We offer a free site visit and quotation. We assess the existing surface, measure the area and discuss your preferred tiles, layout and finishing details. Your quotation will set out the proposed work, including any separately priced borders, steps or additional drainage. Contact us to request your free quote.