Stamped Concrete
Patterned and colored concrete for patios, walks, and driveways.
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Stamped concrete is regular concrete pressed with patterned mats while it's still wet, then colored and sealed. It can look like stone, brick, or wood plank. It costs more than plain concrete and often less than real stone or pavers. The stamping has to happen in a short window while the concrete sets, so timing and crew size matter more than on a plain pour. We'll go over pattern and color options with you and give you a written price for the one you pick.
What's included
- On-site measure and a written quote
- Pattern and color choices settled before the pour
- Full base prep, forms, and reinforcement
- Base color, plus an accent color if you want one
- Stamping with pattern mats, with hand detail at the edges
- Control joints placed to follow the pattern
- Wash-off and a coat of sealer
The process
- Pick the look. We measure, talk through patterns and colors, and price it in writing.
- Prep. Same base work as any slab: dig out, compact, stone base, forms, and steel.
- Pour and stamp. We pour, add color, and stamp the pattern while the concrete can still take it.
- Detail and joints. We touch up edges by hand and cut joints along the pattern lines.
- Wash and seal. After it cures, we wash off the release powder and seal it.
What affects the price
- Pattern. Simple patterns cost less than ones with borders or hand-cut detail.
- Colors. One color is the base price. An accent color adds cost.
- Size and shape. Bigger jobs cost less per square foot. Curves add form work.
- Border. A contrasting border band adds labor.
- Upkeep. Resealing every few years is an ongoing cost to plan for.
Questions homeowners ask
- Is stamped concrete slippery?
- It can be when wet, especially with a glossy sealer. On steps and around pools, ask for an anti-slip additive in the sealer. Deeper textured patterns also give more grip.
- How do I keep it looking good?
- Reseal it every few years, often every two to three. Sealer protects the color and keeps water and stains out. Between seals, a hose and a stiff broom handle most cleaning.
- Can you stamp my existing patio?
- Not with true stamping. The pattern has to go into fresh concrete. An old slab can take a stamped overlay, which is a thin layer on top, but only if the slab underneath is solid. If it's cracked or sunken, replacing it is the better buy.
- Will the color fade?
- Some fading in full sun is normal over the years. Regular resealing helps slow it. Color mixed through the concrete also holds up better at chips and edges than color on the surface alone.
Want to see what stamped would cost? Call (470) 577-9537 or send the form for a free quote.