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Although often known for its use in more structural applications, concrete is also immensely popular for other kinds of projects. Patios, paths, and driveways often use concrete in their construction. However, concrete tends to look somewhat bland on its own so stamped concrete designs are a natural choice to add some more character. Below, we detail some of the most popular stamped concrete patterns in addition to the many advantages stamped concrete provides.  What Are the Most Popular Stamped Concrete Patterns  Because concrete is so moldable, it can mimic designs so well it can be difficult to tell it apart from actual stone designs.  Some of the most popular stamped concrete patterns include natural stone patterns like:  London cobble Ashlar cut slate Running bond new brick Herringbone new brick Grand ashlar European fan Fractured cyprus slate Stones of athens  Concrete also doesn’t just come in its standard grey…

A concrete patio may conjure images of a solid, grey industrial slab, but there are actually many ways to use concrete in a stylish manner. Using concrete enhancements, you can beautify your backyard, patio, walkways, or other outdoor areas and turn heads. Here are a few ideas for concrete enhancements to impress your guests and relatives the next time they visit you. Create a Stamped Concrete Patio With Concrete Enhancements You don’t have to have concrete look like concrete. Using stamped patterns you can make concrete look like brick, flagstone, or cobblestone. By doing this, you can save money on the cost to actually install any of those other materials as they are typically much more expensive. These concrete patios also take less effort to maintain than an alternative like…

Alongside the recent trend of the industrial look, concrete floors have been making a comeback. Concrete floors are highly versatile making it easy to incorporate many different concrete floor designs that can complement any room.  Below are some of the trendiest designs that can work in both commercial or residential settings.  One of the Most Popular Concrete Floor Designs: Polished Concrete Flooring  Polished concrete floors are often a popular choice due to the customizable nature of them. Often chosen for residential settings, polished concrete floors are often simple and elegant.   Due to their polished nature and reflective surface, they can also add more light to a room.  Commonly chosen for ground floors, polished concrete floors also can make a space feel larger, and look bigger, making them ideal for living or dining room spaces.   Polished concrete can also be acid-stained to have a smart, artistic stain that’s highly customizable to properly work with the…

When you have the choice of building materials, concrete is one that consistently stands above the rest. It’s one of the most common picks for many different projects and is one of the most popular choices to both build and resurface a concrete driveway.  However, especially when it comes to resurfacing, it’s important to know if all that time and effort will end up being worth it.  We address those concerns below. What is Concrete Resurfacing? For starters, there’s no longer just one type of concrete. The widely used building material comes in many varieties including mortars, patchers, and fast-setting concrete mixes.  Concrete resurfacer is one of those varieties. It uses a blend of Portland cement, fine sands, polymer modifiers, and other additives aimed at providing adhesion to effectively a…