Decorative / Architectural Concrete

Stamped concrete, commonly referred to as patterned concrete, is concrete that is designed to resemble brick, slate, flagstone, stone, tile- and even wood. In this section you will see how stamped concrete can be used to beautify pool decks, driveways, entries and courtyards, and patios.

Colors and patterns for stamped concrete are often chosen to blend with other stone, tile or patterned concrete elements at the residence. Complex designs incorporating steps, courtyards, and fountains can be achieved. Stamped concrete can also be blended with other decorative concrete elements such as exposed aggregate finishes and acid-etch staining, along with a particular pattern, such as running bond brick, hexagonal tile, worn rock or stone. Concrete provides the perfect canvas for creating an economical replica of more expensive materials, and yet still maintaining a very natural, authentic look.

Property owners, landscape designers, and landscape architects are on the constant lookout for methods to improve the appearance of their properties and projects at a reasonable cost. Decorative concrete can meet that objective.

• Colored concrete can be used in combination, abutting each other, or stamped with a variety of textures to simulate brick, flagstone, pavers, or tile.
  
  
• The same colored concrete can be made to look different by employing different finishing techniques: A broom finish creates one look. Brooming the concrete in opposite directions creates shadow effects. "Swirl" or "Fan" patterns create a different type of look.
  
  
• Colored concrete is considered one of the most effective ways to improve the appearance of a project.
  
  

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