Acid stains are chemically reactive stains, as opposed to paint-like stains. These stains cause a permanent color change in the concrete, transforming it into a unique and rich palette of colors. What causes this marbled effect is that the cement is unevenly distributed while the concrete is being finished. Many application techniques can be …
Category Archives: Services
Exposed Aggregate
An exposed-aggregate surface is obtained by placing concrete and then removing the outer ‘skin’ of cement paste to uncover decorative coarse aggregate (either batched into the concrete mix or seeded onto the surface). Because of its durability and skid resistance, an exposed aggregate finish is ideal for most flatwork including, driveways, patios, sidewalks, pool …
Foundations
Footings are poured concrete pathways that help to spread the weight of the home from the foundation walls to the surrounding soil, which is why they must be perfectly installed. Footings are wider than the foundation walls they support, and form the perimeter of the home. Sometimes, additional footings are added inside the perimeter …
Flatwork
Flatwork is a standard style of concrete and is typically used for driveways, parking pads, patios, sidewalks, stamped concrete, basements and garage floors tear-outs and replacements, pole barns and basements. All of our flatwork is poured between 4″ to 5″ thick using a 4000 psi mix with buckeye fibermesh. All driveways, sidewalks, patios, and …
Stamped Concrete
Stamped concrete brings extra character to your home. It’s patterned, textured or embossed to resemble brick, slate, flagstone, stone, tile and various other patterns and textures, making it a less expensive alternative to using authentic materials. Stamped concrete can be applied to many different surfaces and textures such as driveways, patios, pool decks, and …