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yes, the patio is not what was originally planned. the stamped concrete idea had to be scrapped because scott dug a pond (went a TAD too deep) and that was no longer feasible. so, with the cement man very unsure of the stability of concrete based on the above, we went to Plan B. antique brick that had been on his grandparents store. so, now we are happy for scott's poor judgement at 3 am. love, love, love the patio.