Stamped concrete can include one or more special techniques the contractor uses when finishing the surface. The homeowner can select from a wide variety of colors and patterns. A skilled professional can add fancy, custom designed detailing that is applied by hand. Contrasting patterns can be implemented in one single project.
One way of adding color is done prior to blending the mixture. The other is done after the pour. Before the pour, color is mixed into the cement and aggregates that make up the concrete. After the pour, a hardener can add color as well as hardening agents by the contractor shaking it on the surface.
In its fanciest form a stamped surface can include sawcut designs, borders and chemical staining that is hand applied to accent the project. It is stamping that creates the look of cobblestone, flagstone and brick, as well as many other special patterns. There is an endless stream of possibilities when the stamping procedure is used.
Following the pour of a driveway or patio, molds are pressed into the concrete before it dries. Expert timing is necessary. This requires having a sizable crew on hand to complete it within the correct period of time. This time period varies depending on weather conditions.
Coloring and stamping can be combined in one project. The use of hardening liquids and powders makes it possible. One project can contain a number of elements to give it an especially fancy appearance. It is sometimes a very time consuming task.
The contractor will meet with the homeowner to give an estimate before any contract is signed. The wise homeowner will get two or three estimates. That makes it possible to gauge whether the cost of stamped concrete is close to the amount of money he or she expected to spend on the project.
One way of adding color is done prior to blending the mixture. The other is done after the pour. Before the pour, color is mixed into the cement and aggregates that make up the concrete. After the pour, a hardener can add color as well as hardening agents by the contractor shaking it on the surface.
In its fanciest form a stamped surface can include sawcut designs, borders and chemical staining that is hand applied to accent the project. It is stamping that creates the look of cobblestone, flagstone and brick, as well as many other special patterns. There is an endless stream of possibilities when the stamping procedure is used.
Following the pour of a driveway or patio, molds are pressed into the concrete before it dries. Expert timing is necessary. This requires having a sizable crew on hand to complete it within the correct period of time. This time period varies depending on weather conditions.
Coloring and stamping can be combined in one project. The use of hardening liquids and powders makes it possible. One project can contain a number of elements to give it an especially fancy appearance. It is sometimes a very time consuming task.
The contractor will meet with the homeowner to give an estimate before any contract is signed. The wise homeowner will get two or three estimates. That makes it possible to gauge whether the cost of stamped concrete is close to the amount of money he or she expected to spend on the project.
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