100 paver patio ideas, with the base each one needs

1. Herringbone

Herringbone sets rectangular pavers in a zig-zag at 45 or 90 degrees, so every joint is interrupted by the next unit.

Works best when the patio sits on a slope or carries wheeled loads. Guidance on pavers over steep slopes names herringbone patterns, tight joints and fixed edges as what helps units lock on a grade.

What it takes: more cutting at the edges, so more labor than running bond. In the scope: pattern angle, edge cut method, and that cut pieces at the border are no smaller than the installer’s minimum.

2. Running bond

Running bond offsets each row by half a paver, like brickwork.

Works best when the patio is flat and rectangular and you want fewer cuts. Lay the long joints across the main direction of foot traffic. In the scope: joint direction relative to the house.

3. Large-format slabs

Large-format slabs are wide, thin concrete or porcelain units with few joints.

Works best when the house is modern and the patio is foot traffic only. Big units show every high spot in the base, so flatness tolerance matters more. ICPI’s guidance lists a base tolerance measured with a ten-foot straightedge before bedding is screeded. In the scope: base flatness tolerance and how it will be checked.

4. Multi-size random pattern

A random pattern mixes three or four paver sizes to imitate cut stone.

Works best when you like flagstone but want a consistent thickness and an easier base. In the scope: the manufacturer’s pattern sheet, so the mix is not left to the crew on the day.

5. Basketweave

Basketweave pairs pavers side by side and turns each pair 90 degrees to the next.

Works best when the home is traditional and the patio is flat. Joints line up in both directions, so it interlocks less than herringbone on a slope.

6. Contrasting border and inlay

A border is a soldier course of a second color or size framing the field; an inlay sets a panel inside it.

Works best when you want the dining or seating area to read as a room. The border also hides the cut edge of the field pattern.

In the scope: border width, color, and the edge restraint behind it. A border is not a restraint; a spiked plastic or concrete edge still has to hold it. See landscape edging.

7. Circle or fan around a fire pit

Circle kits are tapered pavers that radiate from a center point.

Works best when the fire pit is the focal point. A wood-burning ring is one thing; a gas fire feature needs a licensed gas installer and usually a permit. In the scope: clearance from the house per local fire rules and who supplies the fire insert.

8. Multi-level patio with steps

A multi-level patio builds two or more flat pads joined by steps, each held by a short wall.

Works best when the yard already falls away from the house. Each level needs its own base and its own fall for water. Walls over your local threshold need a permit; see retaining wall permit thresholds and our retaining wall ideas.

In the scope: finished elevation of each level, step riser height, and wall drainage.

9. Paver path linking patio to garden

A matching path carries the patio paver out to a shed, gate or bed.

Works best when the lawn already shows a worn line. A path takes the same base as the patio, only narrower. See gravel path vs paver path.

10. Outdoor kitchen pad

A kitchen pad is a reinforced area of the patio built to carry an island, grill and counters.

Works best when the kitchen sits near the house for utilities. Gas and electrical runs are licensed trades with permits; the paver crew should leave sleeves, not make connections. In the scope: conduit and gas sleeves under the pavers, set before the base is compacted.

11. Permeable pavers

Permeable pavers have wide joints filled with small stone so rain drains through into an open-graded stone base.

Works best when the yard ponds or the town limits impervious area. The base is a different system from a standard patio; ICPI lists a nominal 2-inch bedding layer of washed No. 8 stone for permeable systems. Read permeable pavers. In the scope: base stone gradations and depth, and who tops up joint stone.

12. Natural stone pavers

Natural stone pavers are cut bluestone, travertine, slate or granite at a uniform thickness.

Works best when you want a stone patio without a mortar bed. Some stone is slippery wet or soft in freeze-thaw climates; ask for the supplier’s exterior use rating. In the scope: stone type, thickness, and sealing if any.

13. Clay brick pavers

Clay pavers are fired brick made for paving, which holds its color because the color runs through the unit.

Works best when the house is brick or the style is traditional. In the scope: paving-grade brick, not wall brick.

14. Pavers with planted joints

Planted joints leave gaps between pavers for low ground cover or turf.

Works best when a large patio needs softening and you will water the gaps. See ground cover plants. In the scope: joint width, growing medium, and who establishes the plants.

15. 45-degree herringbone

Herringbone is turned diagonally to the house so the zigzag points outward.

It suits patios where you want the pattern to lead the eye toward the garden, and it locks tightly under foot traffic.

Build note: Diagonal layouts mean more edge cuts; ask who cuts them and whether a soldier course along the border will hide the cut ends.

16. Stack bond grid

Square or rectangular pavers align in straight rows with continuous joints running both ways. It suits modern patios on flat ground, where a calm grid matches clean architecture and simple furniture. Build note: Continuous joints show any base error, so screeding the bedding sand must be precise and checked with a long straightedge.

17. I-pattern pavers

Dog-bone shaped pavers lock against neighbors on all sides. They suit patios that also take a car, golf cart or riding mower, since the interlock resists shifting under turning wheels. Build note: The shape interlocks well, but it still needs a full compacted base like any vehicular paver, plus solid edge restraint.

18. Pinwheel pattern

Four rectangles wrap around a small square, and the unit repeats across the patio. It suits mid-size patios that want a quiet texture, more interesting than a grid but calmer than herringbone. Build note: It needs two paver sizes from the same product line so the thicknesses match and the surface stays flush.

19. Ashlar or French pattern

Three or four rectangle sizes repeat in a layout that looks random from a distance. It suits traditional homes and stone-look pavers, giving the feel of cut flagstone with uniform units. Build note: Follow the maker’s laying chart closely so the repeat does not show as obvious stripes across the patio.

20. Plank pavers

Long narrow pavers mimic wood boards in concrete or porcelain. They suit contemporary yards and owners replacing a tired deck at grade who want the plank look without rot or splinters. Build note: Long units crack if the base is soft, and some makers require a specific orientation on slopes; follow the install guide.

21. Chevron pattern

Pavers are cut and set to form a continuous V running across the surface. It suits feature areas, entry courts and paths, where a strong directional pattern draws people forward. Build note: Every edge piece is cut at an angle, so expect noticeably more labor than herringbone and a wet saw on site.

22. Circle kit centerpiece

A paver circle sits in the middle of a rectangular patio as a focal point. It suits dining areas with a round table, or a fire pit that needs a defined center. Build note: The circle and field pavers must share the same thickness and bedding so the transition stays flush.

23. Diamond pattern in two tones

Square pavers are rotated on the diagonal with alternating colors to form diamonds. It suits courtyards and entries, where a bold, formal pattern can be seen from a window or balcony. Build note: Color variation comes from mixing pallets, so blend units from several pallets as you lay to avoid patches.

24. Random cobble layout

Small tumbled cobble-sized pavers are set in loose arcs and curves. It suits European-style courtyards and older neighborhoods, where the surface should look worn and hand-laid rather than new. Build note: Small units mean many more joints, so polymeric sand helps hold them and resist weeds.

25. Fan or European fan

Small pavers are laid in overlapping fan arcs across the surface. It suits historic homes and entry courts, where an old-world pattern matches brick, stone and mature trees. Build note: This is a specialist pattern, so ask the installer to show a past fan installation before hiring.

26. Hexagon pavers

Six-sided pavers fit together like a honeycomb. They suit modern gardens and small patios, and a gravel or moss fringe where the hexagons break apart at the edge looks deliberate. Build note: Edges need half-hex starters or cut pieces, so ask which the maker supplies before ordering.

27. Curved-edge patio

A patio with flowing curved edges meets the lawn softly instead of in hard lines. It suits informal gardens and cottage plantings, where curves echo bed lines and tree canopies. Build note: Flexible edge restraint bends to curves; spike it at close intervals so the edge holds through freeze and thaw.

28. L-shaped patio around a corner

The patio wraps two sides of the house in an L. It suits homes with doors on two walls, linking a kitchen exit and a living room exit into one connected outdoor space. Build note: Slope both legs away from the house, which means a valley or ridge where they meet; plan it before laying.

29. Wraparound patio

Pavers run around three sides of a house. It suits ranch homes with yard on several sides, giving morning and evening seating options as the sun moves. Build note: Downspouts along the run need extensions or drains beneath the pavers so roof water does not soak the base.

30. Detached patio in the yard

A patio sits away from the house, reached by a path. It suits yards where the best view or shade is far from the door, such as under a large tree or at a garden edge.

Build note: A detached patio can slope in any direction, so pick a low side that drains away from beds and fences.

31. Patio with planting cutouts

Openings are left in the paving for trees or planting beds. It suits large patios that need shade and softening, where a tree such as a serviceberry can grow right through the space. Build note: Tree cutouts need generous size and root-friendly soil, and each opening gets its own edge restraint.

32. Patio and lawn checkerboard

Large pavers alternate with squares of turf in a checkerboard. It suits modern yards and small courts, where the pattern reads as a design feature from above. Build note: Mow height matters, so set pavers flush with the soil surface to allow mowing straight across.

33. Stepping-stone patio extension

A paver patio breaks into stepping stones at its edges. It suits transitions into a garden, letting the hard surface fade into planting instead of ending abruptly. Build note: Set the stepping stones on compacted base too, or they sink and tilt within a season or two.

34. Courtyard enclosed by walls

A paver courtyard is framed by house walls or seat walls. It suits entries and small urban yards, creating a sheltered outdoor room with privacy from the street. Build note: Enclosed spaces need a drain inlet if water cannot run off an open edge; plan the pipe route early.

35. Patio with a step-down to lawn

The patio sits slightly above the lawn with a single step at its edge. It suits yards where the patio needs to meet the door threshold and the lawn sits lower. Build note: The raised edge needs a wall or heavy edge course strong enough to hold the base in place.

36. Patio split into rooms

One patio is divided into dining, lounge and grill zones by changes in pattern or border. It suits large patios, giving each activity its own defined area without walls. Build note: Decide the zones before layout so cuts land neatly at the transitions between patterns.

37. Long narrow terrace

A patio runs the width of the house but stays shallow. It suits shallow yards and townhomes, where depth is limited but the full rear wall can open onto paving. Build note: Runs this long show any drift in slope, so ask the installer to set string lines along the full length.

38. Seat wall ring

A capped seat wall edges the paver patio in a ring or arc. It suits fire pit patios, giving permanent seating around the flame and a clear boundary between patio and lawn. Build note: Seat wall units from the same maker as the pavers give a matched look; caps are glued down.

39. Built-in planters

Raised block planters run along the patio edge. They suit patios that need greenery without a scatter of pots, and they can screen a neighbor’s view at sitting height. Build note: Planters need drain holes and a liner so water does not soak into the patio base.

40. Paver fire pit kit

A ring of block forms a wood-burning fire pit on the patio. It suits patios with enough room for safe clearance around seating, away from overhanging branches and the house. Build note: Use a steel liner inside the block; gas versions need a licensed installer and often a permit.

41. Grill station alcove

A recessed spot along the patio edge holds a counter for a grill. It suits cooks who want the grill out of the main traffic path, with prep space on each side. Build note: Gas lines, line-voltage outlets and vent clearances are for licensed pros; call 811 before trenching.

42. Paver-surround hot tub

A paver patio is finished around a hot tub. It suits spa owners who want an easy-to-clean surface around the tub, with room for steps and a towel bench. Build note: The tub itself usually sits on a slab or engineered pad, not on pavers alone; check the tub maker’s requirements.

43. Patio with pergola footings

Footings for a pergola go in first, then the paver patio is built around them. It suits shade seekers in sunny yards, where a pergola with vines makes the patio usable midday. Build note: Install footings before paving and call 811 first; see our pergola glossary entry for post options.

44. Lighting set in pavers

Low-voltage puck lights are set into pavers or wall caps. They suit evening use, marking edges and steps so the patio stays safe and inviting after sunset. Build note: Run conduit under the base before paving; a licensed electrician installs any new line-voltage circuit for the transformer.

45. Water feature on the patio

A small bubbler or fountain is set into the patio. It suits courtyards and yards near busy roads, where moving water helps mask traffic noise. Build note: A pump needs a GFCI outlet, and new circuits are a licensed electrician’s job.

46. Built-in bench with storage

A wall-cap bench includes a locker for cushions underneath. It suits small patios short on storage, keeping cushions dry and the space tidy between uses. Build note: Wood or composite lids need a frame anchored to the wall core, with gaps for ventilation.

47. Pizza oven pad

A reinforced section of patio supports a masonry pizza oven. It suits outdoor cooks who want a permanent oven near the kitchen door and dining table. Build note: A heavy oven usually needs a concrete footing under it; ask the oven maker for the base requirement.

48. Paver bar counter

A raised counter built from wall block runs along a patio edge. It suits entertaining, giving guests a place to stand and set drinks while the host cooks. Build note: Taller counters need reinforcement inside the block, so follow the maker’s detail for height and caps.

49. Patio drain channel

A linear trench drain crosses the patio near the house. It suits patios that cannot slope fully away, such as those boxed in by walls or a raised lawn. Build note: Outlet the drain to daylight, a dry well or a storm drain where local rules permit.

50. Tumbled concrete pavers

Concrete pavers are tumbled in a drum to round their edges and soften the color. They suit cottage and rustic homes, where a worn, old-world look fits better than crisp lines. Build note: Tumbled edges hide small height differences better than sharp edges, which forgives minor base variation.

51. Slate-texture pavers

Concrete pavers are molded with a cleft slate surface. They suit homeowners who want a stone look in a uniform unit that is easier to lay than natural slate. Build note: The texture can hold leaves and grit, so plan on a leaf blower rather than a broom.

52. Travertine pavers

Natural travertine stone pavers are laid on a sand or mortar bed. They suit warm climates and pool areas, where the pale stone stays comfortable underfoot in sun. Build note: Follow the stone supplier’s bedding method; some suppliers recommend sealing to limit staining.

53. Bluestone patio

Natural bluestone slabs give a blue-gray, slightly textured surface. Bluestone suits Northeast homes, where it is quarried regionally and matches stone walls and steps. Build note: Thin bluestone is usually set in mortar on a concrete slab, while thicker stone can go on compacted aggregate.

54. Granite setts

Small cut granite blocks create a dense, hard-wearing surface. They suit formal courtyards, driveway aprons and borders, where the stone will see heavy use for decades. Build note: Setts are heavy and durable, and they are often set in mortar by a mason experienced with natural stone.

55. Porcelain pavers

Thin porcelain slabs rated for outdoor use give a smooth, stain-resistant surface. They suit modern patios, and their uniform finish pairs well with indoor tile for a continuous look. Build note: Set them on pedestals or a bed specified by the maker; not every porcelain tile is rated for outdoor use.

56. Reclaimed brick patio

Salvaged clay brick brings color variation and age to a new patio. It suits historic homes and older neighborhoods, where new pavers would look out of place. Build note: Old brick varies in size and may spall in freeze-thaw climates, so check its condition before buying.

57. Light-colored pavers for heat

Pale pavers reflect more sunlight and stay cooler underfoot. They suit sunny patios and pool decks in hot climates, where bare feet cross the surface often. Build note: Light colors show stains from grills and leaves, so seal them if the maker recommends it.

58. Dark charcoal pavers

Charcoal pavers create strong contrast with pale walls and green planting. They suit modern homes in cool climates, where the extra heat they hold is welcome. Build note: Dark pavers absorb heat, so avoid them in barefoot areas in hot climates.

59. Textured slip-resistant pavers

Pavers with a rough finish grip better when wet. They suit pool edges, shaded spots and areas below downspouts, where moss and water make smooth surfaces slick. Build note: Ask for the maker’s slip-resistance data if this matters, and compare products on the same test.

60. Mixed-material patio

Pavers are combined with gravel or wood decking in one design. It suits contemporary designs, where contrasting textures break up a large surface and define zones. Build note: Each material needs its own edge restraint so gravel and pavers do not migrate into each other.

61. Terraced patio on a slope

Two or three paver levels are connected by steps down the slope. It suits sloped yards, where a single flat patio would need a tall wall and lots of fill. Build note: Each level needs its own wall or edge and its own slope for drainage; a hardscape contractor builds the walls.

62. Permeable paver drive-and-patio combo

Permeable pavers cover a patio and the adjoining parking area. It suits lots with runoff limits, letting rain soak through the joints instead of flooding the street. Build note: It needs an open-graded base designed for infiltration; see our permeable pavers glossary entry.

63. Patio with a dry creek edge

A gravel channel runs along the patio and carries runoff away. It suits yards where water crosses the patio in storms, and the river rock looks like a natural feature. Build note: Line the channel with fabric and give it a downhill outlet that does not empty onto a neighbor’s lot.

64. Raised patio on fill

A patio is built up on compacted fill to meet a high back door. It suits homes with tall foundations, replacing a deck with a solid surface at floor level. Build note: Fill is compacted in thin lifts behind a retaining wall; ask how the contractor will compact each lift.

65. Patio over a buried drain

A paver patio has a perforated drain pipe running beneath its base. It suits clay soils where water sits, keeping the base from staying saturated after rain. Build note: Specify the outlet location before paving starts, since it cannot change easily afterward.

66. Sloped patio with a step at the low side

A patio follows a gentle slope and ends in a step at the low edge. It suits yards with mild fall, avoiding a wall while still giving a usable surface. Build note: Keep the slope comfortable for furniture, and create level areas where tables and chairs will sit.

67. Patio with a rain garden outlet

Patio runoff flows into a planted rain garden nearby. It suits environmentally minded owners, and plants such as blue flag iris handle the wet and dry cycles. Build note: Keep the rain garden well away from foundations, and size it to the paved area draining into it.

68. Patio on expansive clay

A paver patio gets a deeper base and geotextile fabric on clay soil. It suits regions with swelling soils, where the ground moves with the seasons. Build note: See our expansive soils research for what to ask a contractor about base depth and drainage.

69. Patio with a cut-off curb at the house

A small curb along the house stops patio water from flowing back toward the foundation. It suits patios at the low side of a yard, where grading cannot do all the work. Build note: Pair it with a channel drain; grading is still the main fix for water heading toward a house.

70. Paver steps into a sunken patio

Steps lead down into a patio set below the surrounding grade. It suits sloped yards, where a sunken space feels sheltered and private. Build note: Sunken patios need a drain at the low point, tied to daylight or a dry well, or they collect water.

71. Small square bistro pad

A paver square sits just big enough for a bistro table and two chairs. It suits tight yards and side spaces, giving a spot for morning coffee without a full patio. Build note: Use our patio size planner to fit furniture clearances before excavating.

72. Paver and gravel combo

A paver frame surrounds a gravel infill. It suits lower-cost builds, because gravel costs less than pavers and still gives a firm, draining surface for chairs. Build note: Edge both materials separately so gravel does not spill across the pavers.

73. DIY paver kit patio

A small patio is built from a retail paver kit. It suits handy owners with a weekend or two, a wheelbarrow and a rented plate compactor. Build note: The base work is the same as a contractor’s, so call 811 and read our hardscape base specification first.

74. Paver landing at a door

A small paver landing sits outside a back door. It suits homes without a patio, giving a clean, mud-free spot for shoes, a doormat and a planter. Build note: Slope the landing away from the threshold so rain does not run under the door.

75. Phased patio

A patio is built in phases, with the base extended for future sections. It suits budgets split over years, so the first phase is usable while the rest waits. Build note: Leave the edge restraint removable at the future join so the next section ties in cleanly.

76. Paver path that widens into a patio

A path swells into a small seating spot partway along its length. It suits narrow side yards, where a full patio will not fit but a bench nook will. Build note: Transition the pattern at the widening so cuts look intentional, and keep the base continuous.

77. Patio on an existing slab

Pavers are overlaid on a sound concrete slab. It suits owners replacing a plain or stained slab finish without tearing out the concrete underneath. Build note: Overlay only on a sound slab with drainage holes; thin overlay pavers are made for this job, and the door threshold height must still work.

78. Patio with a single paver color

One color and one size run throughout the patio. It suits buyers who want less waste and simpler laying, and a single color looks calm in small spaces. Build note: Fewer cuts and simpler ordering keep the job quicker for a DIY builder or a crew.

79. Corner patio pad

A small paver pad fills a yard corner. It suits dead corners where grass struggles, turning them into a spot for a bench, fire bowl or potted plants. Build note: Protect fence posts during excavation, and call 811 before digging near property lines.

80. Paver fire pit pad only

A round pad sized just for a fire pit and a ring of chairs. It suits yards where a full patio is not needed but a safe, level fire area is. Build note: Keep clearances from structures and trees per local fire rules, and use a steel liner.

81. Modern minimalist patio

Large-format gray pavers with tight joints create a clean, quiet surface. It suits contemporary homes, where simple furniture and a few grasses complete the look. Build note: Large units need a flatter, more carefully screeded base, since any dip shows across the wide face.

82. Cottage brick patio

Clay brick in a basketweave pattern meets planted edges of lavender and catmint. It suits older homes and cottage gardens, where brick feels warm and established. Build note: Brick joints suit polymeric sand, which locks units and resists weeds between the narrow joints.

83. Mediterranean patio

Warm-toned pavers or travertine give a sunbaked look. It suits stucco homes in warm climates, especially with potted citrus, olive trees and terracotta. Build note: Pair it with drought-tolerant plants so irrigation does not keep the base wet.

84. Craftsman patio

Earth-toned pavers combine with stone seat walls. It suits bungalows and Craftsman homes, where natural materials and solid proportions match the porch and trim. Build note: Match the wall caps to existing stone on the house so the patio looks original.

85. Farmhouse patio

Tumbled pavers in a random pattern give a relaxed, lived-in surface. It suits rural homes, where the patio should feel practical and blend with gravel drives and barns. Build note: Random patterns hide minor settlement better than straight grids do.

86. Desert patio

Sand-colored pavers with gravel borders echo the surrounding landscape. It suits arid yards, paired with agave, yucca and other low-water plants. Build note: Light colors stay cooler in strong sun, and gravel borders let rain soak in.

87. Coastal patio

Pale pavers with salt-tolerant planting create a breezy seaside look. It suits coastal homes, where beach grass and similar plants handle wind and spray. Build note: Salt can affect some sealers, so check the maker’s guidance before sealing.

88. Woodland patio

Natural stone pavers with moss growing in the joints blend into a shaded lot. It suits wooded yards, where the patio should feel like part of the forest floor. Build note: Shady patios stay damp longer, so choose a textured surface that grips when wet.

89. Formal patio

Symmetrical patterns with contrasting borders create a structured space. It suits traditional homes, where the patio lines up with doors, windows and clipped hedges. Build note: Symmetry needs a center line set from the house before any pavers go down.

90. Industrial patio

Dark pavers pair with steel planters for a raw, urban look. It suits modern lofts and city yards, where concrete and metal echo the building. Build note: Steel edges and planters can stain nearby pavers, so leave a gravel gap beneath them.

91. Pool deck pavers

Pavers surround an in-ground pool as its deck. They suit pool owners who want a surface that can be lifted for repairs to plumbing or the pool shell. Build note: Pool deck pavers need the pool builder’s coping detail and a slope that carries water away from the pool.

92. Paver coping at the pool edge

Bullnose pavers cap the top of the pool wall. They suit pools getting a new deck, giving a rounded edge that is comfortable to sit on. Build note: Coping is set in mortar on the pool beam, not on sand, so a pool contractor or mason handles it.

93. Dog run patio strip

A paver strip runs along a fence where dogs patrol. It suits pet owners tired of the muddy track a dog wears into the lawn. Build note: Polymeric sand resists digging better than loose sand, and a slight slope helps hosing off.

94. Kids’ chalk and bike patio

A large smooth-paver area gives space for chalk drawings and riding toys. It suits families with young children who need a safe hard surface away from the street. Build note: Choose a flat-faced paver, since textured faces snag small wheels and blur chalk lines.

95. Play set pad with paver border

A paver border frames a loose-fill play area under a swing set. It suits backyard play sets, keeping mulch contained and mowing easy. Build note: Safety surfacing depth follows the play set maker’s guidance; the border holds it in place.

96. Paver patio by a garden shed

A paver apron sits at a shed door. It suits mower and wheelbarrow traffic, preventing ruts and mud where equipment rolls in and out. Build note: Thicker pavers on a full base suit wheeled loads better than thin patio units.

97. Outdoor shower pad

Permeable or sloped pavers sit under an outdoor shower. It suits pool and beach homes, where swimmers rinse off before going inside. Build note: Plumbing is for a licensed plumber, and the pad should drain away from the house foundation.

98. Trash and utility pad

A small paver pad holds bins or an air conditioning unit. It suits side yards, where a firm level surface keeps equipment stable and the area tidy. Build note: Leave clearance around equipment as its maker requires, and keep the pad sloped away from the house.

99. Garden potting patio

A paver work area sits beside raised beds for potting and harvesting. It suits gardeners who want a clean place to work without kneeling in mud. Build note: Run a hose bib or drip line beneath the base before paving, so no trench is needed later.

100. Paver patio for a firewood rack

A small paver pad keeps firewood off the soil. It suits wood-burning households, helping the wood dry and keeping the stack tidy through winter. Build note: Keep the rack away from the house walls to deter termites and other pests from moving indoors.