Should You Install Concrete Seat Walls?

Outdoor spaces like patios and decks are considered personal sanctuaries or extensions of your home. When planning an outdoor living space, one of the things you need to consider is seating. There should be enough seats for your family, friends, and guests. 

Concrete seat walls can create great focal points in your garden or patio. Designed for easy seating, concrete seat walls are usually included in retaining walls. This feature defines your outdoor space while enhancing your backyard living experience. 

In addition, you can install straight, curved, or freestanding concrete seat walls. Since your design options are endless, it’s important that you know the factors to consider when designing your patio with concrete seat walls:

Are you creating a gathering area?

If you like to host parties and special occasions in your home, it’s better to have a big-sized patio. Consider installing outdoor furniture and concrete seat walls where people can come together. A well-placed concrete seat wall can add dimension to the area. Just make sure it will blend well with the outdoor features like fire pits or outdoor gardens.

Do you have kids who like playing outside?

Open outdoor spaces make the perfect children’s play area. It’s no surprise that outdoor playsets appeal to both boys and girls. To maximize the available space, you can incorporate a concrete seat wall in your backyard playground. This is where parents can sit as they watch over their kids. 

Do you have a specific vision in mind?

Aside from function, the aesthetics of your outdoor area is important. Concrete seat walls can boost the look and dimension of your landscape. You can build your concrete seat wells in many different styles and finishes depending on your unique taste. Hire a concrete contractor for your specific project needs.

Benefits of Concrete Seat Walls

Additional Seating

When you integrate seating into the overall design of your patio, you can have enough seats available for your guests. Adequate seating is crucial when designing your outdoor living space. Concrete seat walls add sitting room without taking too much space. Well-installed seat walls can add seating for about 10 to 15 guests. 

It can complement the overall look of your patio and add curb appeal to your home. In addition, concrete seat walls can boost the safety features of your patio by keeping people from accidentally stepping down a slope.

Low Maintenance

Unlike outdoor furniture, seating walls require little to no maintenance. They can remain undamaged by rain, sun, and extreme weather. Due to their durability, you can save money in the long run. There’s no need to replace dirty and worn-out outdoor chairs and seats. With concrete seat walls, you can have a seating option that won’t break down or deteriorate easily.

Visual Partition

Seating walls are designed to highlight focal points and create a visual partition. You can use it to highlight your outdoor fireplace, fountain, or turf. No matter what feature you are focusing on, concrete seat walls will create clean lines for partition in your landscape.

Concrete Seat Wall Construction Tips

Unlike other home additions, the construction of seating walls does not need special permits. Make sure that your wall is about 18 to 22 inches tall, which is the industry standard for adult seating height. As for the seat depth, the measurement should be from 12 to 18 inches. If you want to accommodate kids, the walls should be shorter.

A typical seat wall is built with an 8 to 12-inch-wide cinderblock and topped with a decorative cap of stone or cast concrete. Soften all the sharp edges to create a smoother surface. You should also add adequate drainage through planters and small retaining walls. Doing so will reduce mineral buildup on your seat walls.

How To Maintain Your Concrete Seat Walls

Like what we have mentioned, concrete seat walls require minimal upkeep. Concrete is a material that’s resistant to weather conditions and staining. In case of cracks on the surface, you can easily repair it with an epoxy sealer. Simply spread the epoxy adhesive over the crack and let the epoxy cure fully. 

Contact Our Professional Team

At Midstate Concrete, we take pride in providing the best services to our clients. Our contractors can build concrete seat walls, driveways, sidewalks, and more. Schedule a free consultation with our team today!