Adding Visual Appeal to Your Next Concrete Project
Concrete has been around for what seems like eons, and it’s as functional and durable today as ever. That doesn’t mean it has become boring, though. Here are 4 decorative concrete ideas from a custom concrete service provider that can help you add visual appeal to your next concrete project.
Stamped concrete
For the beauty of a paved or bricked walkway with the durability and ease of concrete, consider the idea of concrete stamping. Many designs are available, giving you the option of replicating slate, flagstone, brick, and tile. Believe it or not, you can even use concrete stamps to recreate the look of a wooden boardwalk, and it honestly looks almost as good as the real thing.
Colored concrete
Color can be used to provide contrast to large fields of concrete, such as borders along the edge of a driveway. Color also can be used to emulate other materials — consider the classic look of a slate patio, with veins of blue and grey running through the surface, or the reds and browns of travertine.
Textured concrete
You can get concrete texture with stamps, but there are other methods, too, including concrete rollers. These resemble paint rollers but have special patterns cut into the surface to create the look of tree bark, pitted rock, Italian slate, old brick, and more.
Stenciled concrete
As a decorative surface finish, there are virtually no limitations to stenciled concrete designs. Stenciling is fairly easy for DIYers and pros are able to offer custom designs, making it a great alternative to the many faces of concrete. The great thing about stenciled concrete is that you can come up with practically any pattern, depending on your own personal style. While there are many different stencils that you can purchase, you can also create your own. All you need is a little creativity and some elbow grease to end up with a beautiful end result.
If you need a custom concrete service in Tacoma, WA, turn to DLC Concrete LLC. For more information, call us at (253) 270-0111 today and book an appointment with one of our services!