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Decorative Concrete – Do I Need It or Not?
When you imagine concrete, chances are good you picture the same thing as the rest of us – a durable surface that can withstand years of abuse, but one
that’s not exactly “eye-catching”.
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Most of us thing of concrete as boring and drab and, in most instances, that’s
a pretty accurate description.
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However, it doesn’t have to be. Decorative concrete can provide some
significant advantages in terms of aesthetics. Do you need it, though?
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The Real Answer
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For most people, the answer to the question posed above is “it depends”. If all you want is a basic surface that will withstand weathering and offer
you a firm surface for pretty much any use, then no, you don’t need to worry
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However, if you want something more than just “the basics”, then yes, you do need to consider it. What should you know about it, though? Where can it
be used?
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Patios
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One of the prime locations for using this type of concrete is on your patio or pool
deck. In fact, it’s really an ideal solution for use around swimming pools because the decorative process can also lend itself to
making it a nonslip surface, ensuring better safety for your entire family.
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Of course, it’s a great way to bring your indoor style and design outdoors, or you can
create a separate visual theme around the pool or on your patio. From tropical islands to elegant baroque and gothic motifs, virtually
anything is possible.
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Driveways
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Another excellent use of decorative concrete is for driveways. Most
concrete drives in the US are gray, boring and utilitarian.
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However, take a look at some of the higher-end homes and you’ll find
something surprising. Many of them incorporate stylistic elements in the driveway, from cobbles to slate and
combinations of designs.
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You can achieve the same look for your own driveway with a new concrete
overlay or stamped design.
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Myriad Possibilities
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If you have decided to consider this option, you’ll need to know a bit more
about how concrete is decorated. There are two primary methods here –
coloring and stamping.
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You can add spice and life with different combinations of staining and
patterning/stamping techniques.
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Both offer an incredible range of possibilities, and they can be used in
conjunction to help you achieve exactly the look and feel that you want. In
terms of colors, concrete can be stained almost any color you might
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This allows you to match the exterior colors of your home, or go for a
contrasting color scheme if you want. Stamping is exactly what it sounds like,
and allows you to embed designs within the concrete itself.
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Design possibilities run the gamut from things like fleur-de-lis to patterning that allows you to make decorative
concrete mimic other materials (stone, brick, cobbles and even wood are
popular options).
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New Pour or Resurface?
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You have two choices when it comes to decorating concrete. You can choose to
have a new cement surface poured, which will require that any existing concrete be demolished and removed first, or you can
go with a resurfacing job.
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Obviously, resurfacing is going to be the most affordable option, and is
usually the better choice for homeowners.
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