Stamped concrete is a decorative concrete technique used to imprint patterns and textures onto freshly poured concrete. Also referred to as imprinted concrete, stamped concrete can be used to create the look of brick, cobblestone, wood, and more.
Contact usStamped concrete is just as durable as a slab of plain gray concrete, so you can use it basically anywhere—even locations with lots of foot traffic. Here are some of the common locations you might see stamped concrete.
Here are some of the areas of commercial properties that we commonly install stamped concrete.
Since you can get the look of pavers with concrete, clients often ask which is better, stamped concrete or pavers? Here are several reasons we prefer stamped concrete over pavers:
The opportunities with stamped concrete are endless. There are so many unique combinations you can create with the colors, patterns, and textures available. You can get everything from a wood look to an Old World cobblestone look.
In addition to being able to create the look of just about any material you like, you can imprint designs such as leaves, medallions, logos, and more.
When finished properly, a stamped concrete surface will not be slippery. An experienced contractor such as SUNDEK will make the surface non-slip by adding a texture or including a non-slip additive to the sealer.
Clients are often pleased to learn that stamped concrete is more affordable than the material it mimics. For example, creating a cobblestone driveway with real cobblestones is more expensive than creating the look of cobblestones with concrete.
The final cost of your stamped concrete project depends on a few things. Here are factors that affect the cost of a stamped concrete surface:
Generally, the cost of stamped concrete ranges from $8–$18 per square foot.
Stamped concrete lasts for decades just like any other decorative concrete surface—as long as it’s well maintained and you seal it with a high-quality sealer. A sealer protects the surface from general wear and tear and makes it easier to clean (learn more about sealers).
If you want to know how to do stamped concrete for the purposes of doing it yourself, know that this is a simple overview and not meant to be a stamped concrete DIY guide. Generally, here’s how stamped concrete is installed:
We also offer stamped concrete overlays for transforming existing surfaces.
At SUNDEK, we do stamped concrete in Houston, Austin, and the surrounding areas.
For more than 50 years, we’ve helped leading design, architectural, and development companies meet their project objectives. We’d love to help with your stamped concrete project!
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