Stamped Concrete Paving in Coopersville, MI
Enjoy a High-end Patio at a Great Price
Stamped concrete is one of the most popular options for patios in Rockford, MI. We can provide a high end look similar to pavers and other natural materials for a better value. It can be installed more quickly than those other materials. If you're interested in learning more, talk to the professionals at Rockford Stamped Concrete.
We install stamped concrete patios, stamped concrete sidewalks, stamped concrete driveways, stamped concrete floors, and stamped concrete pool decks for residents of Kent County and Ottawa County.
5 Good Reasons To Use Decorative Stamped Concrete
If you're interested in decorative concrete, you have plenty of options. A few benefits of stamped concrete over other materials include:
- Lower installation cost than other materials
- Many design and color options
- No uneven surfaces
- Long-lasting finish
- Easy maintenance
Rockford Stamped Concrete will create a beautiful concrete feature for your home or commercial building. Contact us today to get started.
How to Design Your Stamped Concrete
Stamped Concrete is designed using three main components: Pattern, Integral Color and Antiquing Release Color.
The Pattern is the type of surface material the concrete is designed to replicate. We have over 50 different available patterns that you can choose from. These patterns are imprinted on the concrete surface with rubber stamps that resemble and fit together like large puzzle pieces.
The Integral Color is a powder or liquid that we add to the concrete while it is in the truck. This color is the main color component of your stamped concrete product.
The third component, the Release Color, is a powder that is spread over the concrete surface prior to stamping. This powder helps prevent the stamping mats from sticking to the concrete surface, as well as creating a secondary color that compliments the integral color below it. Once the concrete is hard enough, most of this secondary coloring is washed from the surface of the concrete, while leaving some behind in the joints and areas of lower relief. This secondary helps create the unique three-dimensional shading found in stamped concrete. Most of the time it is best to choose a release color that is a darker shade of the integral concrete color (i.e., light brown integrally colored concrete-medium or dark brown release) although the dark grey and charcoal releases are universal, meaning they work with virtually any concrete color you choose.
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What is Stamped Concrete?
Stamped Concrete is poured concrete that is designed to resemble brick, slate, flagstone, stone, tile and even wood. The durability of concrete, combined with the wide array of patterns and colors, and the cost compared to other products make stamped concrete a more and more popular choice for both homeowners and home builders. Concrete provides the perfect canvas for creating an economical replica of more expensive materials, and yet maintains a very natural, authentic look. Yet stamped concrete surpasses these traditional favorites in many ways, offering greater versatility, economy, long-term performance, and ease of installation.
Unlike pavers or natural stone, concrete offers myriad options for customization because it can be shaped, imprinted, textured, and colored to achieve almost any look imaginable. Colors and patterns for stamped concrete are often chosen to blend with other stone, tile or patterned concrete elements at the residence. Stamped concrete can also be combined with other materials like traditional concrete or landscaping materials.
While stamped concrete cost may exceed that of asphalt or plain brushed concrete, it is lower than the cost of installing natural stone and brick or precast pavers. The main reason is the labor component -it is more economical to pour concrete and apply a pattern than it is to haul and place individual paving units by hand.
Keep in mind that your initial outlay for a stamped concrete project is only part of the total cost equation. Don't forget to consider these important factors:
- Longevity and upkeep. Concrete generally lasts longer and requires less maintenance than most other paving materials, which can add up to big savings over the pavement's lifetime.
- Increase in resale value. Decorative stamped concrete adds curb appeal and aesthetic value to your home, allowing you to maximize the return on your investment.
If you're on a tight budget, you can still achieve impressive results by mixing stamped concrete with fields of less-expensive plain concrete, such as installing a driveway with a border and /or approach done with stamped concrete. Or you can do the work in stages, maybe tackling the front driveway and walkway one year followed by your backyard patio or pool deck a year or two later. Your patience will be rewarded!
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone: (616) 254-7197
Address: Rockford, MI 49341
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