Stamped and decorative concrete for patios, walks and steps.
Stamped concrete gives a walk or patio the look of stone or slate in a single pour. The pattern has to be pressed at the right moment, so the work is timed to the minute.
What is included
Done in a set order.
01Pattern and color
Stone, slate and compass-style patterns, with color that suits the house.
02Timed to the pour
Stamped while the concrete is at the right stage, then detailed by hand.
03Sealed and finished
Edges and borders finished so the work looks complete.
Stamped work is the most visible concrete we pour. It shows on patios, front walks, steps and covered porches, and it needs a steady crew because the timing cannot be repeated.
Weather matters a great deal. Heat and wind change how fast concrete sets, so stamped jobs are planned around the forecast and are sometimes moved a day.
How a job goes
- Choose pattern and colorPick a pattern and a color that suits the house and the setting.
- Prepare and pourThe base and forms are set like any other slab, and the concrete is placed and leveled.
- Color and stampColor is applied and the pattern is pressed into the surface at the right stage.
- Detail the edgesEdges, borders and joints are worked by hand.
- Cure and sealThe slab cures, then is sealed so the color and pattern last.
Questions
Common questions about stamped and decorative.
Does stamped concrete need to be sealed?
Yes. Sealing protects the color and the pattern from water, salt and wear. Ask us about resealing as part of the plan.
Is stamped concrete slippery?
It can be when wet. Texture and sealer choices affect traction, and we plan around where it will be used.
How long does a stamped job take?
The pour and stamping happen in a single day, and the weather can change the plan. Curing and sealing follow.
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