Stamped Concrete

The Stamped Concrete Process

Stamped concrete (often called textured or imprinted concrete) replicates stones, such as slate, flagstone, tile, and brick. The process involves tamping specialized rubber mats onto smooth concrete. This process transfers the designs on the rubber mats to the concrete. For a more comprehensive video tutorial on how to stamp concrete please click Here.

Why You Would Choose Stamped Concrete

Most people choose stamped concrete for its aesthetic appeal and variations in styles and colours. One important factor to note is that it has the tendency to become slippery in the winter. As a result, it is often used in backyard patios, where the patio is not utilized in the winter. There are a few things you can do to increase traction. One of these options includes adding nonslip additive to the concrete sealer.

Maintenance

Generally, sealing your concrete every 3-4 years is common practice. The concrete sealer will protect the concrete from any stains or colour fading due to UV rays. A homeowner can easily seal their own concrete with a pressure washer and a few tools. For more information on how to seal your driveway please refer to the “Concrete Sealing Guide“.

Design Options

From an aesthetic standpoint, stamped concrete is hard to beat. It comes in various patterns and colour options, which are virtually endless. When choosing a stamp for your concrete driveway or other project look at your surrounding landscape and your home’s architectural style. This will help you choose patterns and colours that blend with the existing stone, tile or concrete elements. For example, if your house has a brick exterior, consider echoing that theme with a simple brick-patterned border. On the other hand, you can choose a pattern and colour scheme that ties in with your surrounding landscape.

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