IMPRINTED CONCRETE

Why choose concrete?

We are specialists in imprinted concrete, allowing you to benefit from a revolutionary installation procedure for a concrete patio or driveway. In this way, you can enjoy a patio or driveway that, though made of concrete, replicates the look of other materials like stone, slate and timber.

Why imprinted?

For this reason, imprinted concrete is often otherwise known as patterned concrete. We can install concrete patios and driveways that, aesthetically, emulate block pieces, cobbles, brickwork, tiles or decking, to list just a few of the style options available.

What does the installation process involves?

1. Planning and preparation. Site assessment is essential to evaluate the area ensuring proper drainage and a level base. From here we move on to excavation, this is all about preparing the area you want changing. The penultimate aspect is the sub base installation to provide a stable foundation and prevent settling followed by the formwork which is basically the frame to shape the concrete and maintain its edges.

2. The concrete is then prepared, poured and leveled out before smoothing out making sure every inch of the framework is filled.

3. Colour hardener is then added to provide the desired colour and improve durability. d colour hardener. We achieve the desired pattern or texture by applying a patterned mat to the wet concrete. As it dries, the distinct visual effect will take solid shape.

4. Stamping the concrete. This is where the magic happens. The chosen pattern and edge detailing now starts to show.

We can install imprinted concrete driveways and patios efficiently, as the innovative technique enables us to cover larger areas more quickly than would often be the case with alternative driveway and patio solutions.

Advantages of choosing imprinted concrete

We offer imprinted concrete solutions in various colours, including black, brown, red, green and blue, as well as a range of patterns and textures. They include those of Ashlar stone, random stone, London cobbles, brickwork, tiles, decking, seamless stone and textured slate.

Furthermore, it is relatively difficult for weeds or moss to emerge amid the stone of patterned driveways. Consequently, you can potentially save yourself needing to set aside a lot of time for weed-killing.

Pattern imprinted concrete sealer is used to maintain the look and protect the colour of a decorative concrete paving surface. Whether its a small or large driveway area ‘resealing’ the surface is an important maintenance practice that needs refreshing every 2-3 years