If you’re looking for a unique alternative to pavers or plain poured concrete, then look no further than stamped concrete. This decorative concrete technique offers a wide range of styles, finishes and colours. It’s also highly customisable and durable. In fact, it’s a great option for flooring, as well as wall and facade cladding.

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The process of installing stamped concrete begins with the preparation of the site and the concrete mix. Then, it’s poured and allowed to set up to the right consistency. Once that happens, color hardeners are applied and the concrete is tested again for readiness to stamp. The next step is to lay the stamping patterns and textures. These are usually imprinted to resemble a specific material like brick, natural stone or flagstone. For the best results, it’s important that these be applied while the cement is still wet. To do this, the concrete is pre-textured and a release agent (powdered or liquid) is applied.

This adds dimension and has a non-stick effect, so that the stamps can be easily removed without damaging the concrete underneath. Textured mats can then be applied and repositioned over the concrete to create the desired pattern. This process is very time consuming, but it ensures that the final result will be perfect.

Although some DIYers may be tempted to try this project themselves, it’s often best left to the professionals. Not only do they have the experience to get the job done properly, but they’re also more likely to be able to handle any unforeseen problems that may arise.