A concrete contractor can create a wide variety of stamped concrete designs that can be used for everything from driveways to parking lots and everything in between. Because concrete is a man-made product, the stamping process does not alter the structural soundness of the material. The consistency of stamped concrete is dictated more by the pattern and texture of the stamp than by the actual concrete itself. stamped concrete contractors use tools to apply the pattern to newly-poured concrete so that the pattern is apparent from all angles. In other words, if you have a circular driveway with round stones all around it, those stones will be clearly visible from all sides.

There are several different kinds of stamped concrete contractors, so before you choose a company to complete your project, ask to see examples of past work. You should be able to take home a handful of stamped concrete pavers, each one shaped and colored a different way. From those unique pavers, concrete contractors can design and create nearly any type of driveway, walkway, pool deck, or other outdoor structure. Just like other materials with stamped concrete designs, these covers are made from materials that are similar to natural stone and sometimes even come in patterns that are similar to natural stone.

Some of the most common types of stamped concrete contractors include concrete stampers who create custom patios. You might have seen these guys doing driveways at local marinas or off the beaten path. Most of the time, these patios are made from pavers that match the exterior colors of the house. They can also be used to create walls along the side of the home and even as part of the finished design for stairs and pathways. Other styles of stamped concrete contractors can stamp entire driveways, and there are even ways to install individual stamped stamps along walkways.

If you have an idea for a unique outdoor space, consider contacting a stamped concrete contractor for some ideas and designs. Many people like to stamp the brick patterns that make up their front porches. These patterns might include brick formations, lattice patios or even detailed patterns created in relief on a slate walkway.

Stamped concrete uses a fine application technique that uses tiny hammers that are pressed together until they form bold, repeating patterns on either a natural stone pattern or a slate pattern. The natural stone patterns are often created using a technique known as impastos. This technique involves lightly scoring the surface to be stamped with lines that appear perpendicular to the surface. Once the patterns are scored, cement is applied to help the pattern stay in place. These patterns can also be created using patterns found in nature, such as birdhouses or farmhouses.

Stamped concrete is created by pouring concrete into moulds and leaving it to dry. Once dry, the concrete is transferred to a trowel and then stamped with custom design patterns using tiny hammers. Because this concrete requires less maintenance than most other forms of concrete, it is a great choice for places that require extreme cleanliness and are not prone to spills. Stamped concrete is also available in a variety of color choices so that the exterior of your home can be completely personalized. You can use stamped concrete to decorate your driveways, sidewalks, swimming pools, walls and floors of your home.

Northeast Decorative Concrete, LLC
8 Chenell Dr
Concord, NH 03301
1(888)756-5377