Stamped
Concrete
In the past, imprinted concrete was usually limited to a mason
scoring a flagstone-like design freehand, or embedding sticks,
leaves and even coffee cans into the surface to achieve a desired
effect.
Today,
the leading edge of concrete is a process called pattern-stamping.This
process involves "stamping" or "impressing"
three dimensional patterns into colored concrete with special
stamping tools. When the stamping is complete, the product
is then sealed, highlighting the colors and providing greater
stain and weather resistance. The result is a surface that
combines the beauty of masonry with the durability of concrete.
Some of
the most common pattern choices include but are not limited
to: slate, brick, granite, cobblestone, tile, flagstone, seamless
texture, and more. It is also a common practice to use multiple
patterns and colors together with custom bandwork, edges,
and centerpieces. Like all forms of decorative concrete workmanship,
the design choices are only limited by your design tastes
and your concrete contractors skillset.
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