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| Concrete has long been popular with homeowners because it is permanent, strong and relatively inexpensive. However, you no longer have to settle for plain old gray concrete slabs. Stamped concrete patios are fast becoming a prevalent trend. Stamped concrete is being used for patios, walkways, sidewalks, driveways and even in applications inside the home. |
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The Versatile Look of Stamped Concrete |
| One of the fantastic things about stamped concrete is how different it can look, depending on the pattern, process and colors used. It can be pressed into patterns that look like flagstone, cobblestone, brick, spanish tile, quarry stone, slate, marble or granite tile, wood or several other finishes that mimic nature. Besides the wide array of patterns you can add borders, bands, centerpieces such as monograms insignias, logos, floral prints or family seals.The design possibilities are endless, making stamped concrete appealing to landscape designers and homeowners alike! |
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Stamped Concrete's Durability and Strength |
| Stamped concrete has been refined to increase its strength and lasting power. Conditioners and hardeners that are added to the mix give the concrete a stronger, more slip resistant surface that is not prone to chipping and cracking. Such hardeners make stamped concrete suitable for high traffic walkways and driveways with heavy vehicle use. When properly mixed, poured and pressed a stamped concrete patio will be less susceptible to cracking, staining and abrasion. |
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Pattern Stamped Concrete |
| Patterned-stamped concrete is the most common kind of stamped concrete. With this type, freshly poured concrete is pressed into patterns with stamps. Color is added either right to the concrete when it is mixed or it is dusted on after it is poured. Hardeners, stains or lacquers are also sometimes added depending on the process and finishing techniques used by the concrete contractor. Stamped Concrete is also sometimes called painted concrete or colored cement. |
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Concrete Resurfacing |
| Perhaps you would like to upgrade the look of a plain cement patio or walkway. You don't have to dig the whole thing up and re-pour, especially if your slab is in good condition. Old concrete pads can be acid etched, cleaned and resurfaced using a stencil grade cement top layer or colored polymer. This top layer is then jointed, stamped and sealed. |
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Professional Concrete Contractors |
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It is important to get the right concrete company for your stamped concrete project because skill, experience and technique will all play a role in the finished look and the durability of the product. Before the concrete is poured the contractors will need to properly grade and prepare the subgrade. The concrete will need to be properly mixed and the joints for the pressed concrete will have to be correctly placed. Careful consideration will also need to be given to drainage, reinforcement and finishing.
Check out projects that the companies giving you quotes have done. See their work for yourself! Discuss which pattern and colors will best suit your backyard patio project, driveway or walk.
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