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Everyone knows what concrete looks like, right? It is that plain, gray substance found on sidewalks, playgrounds, and patios. But that is not what concrete has to look like. Concrete can be stamped to create a stunning appearance.

Most concrete is broom finished when it is worked with at a home. The broom finish means that, as it is drying, a broom is swept across the top to make the concrete less slippery. Then the concrete is sealed. If you want something more spectacular than a broom finish, you can get it, and the process remains the same.

Stamped concrete creates an individual effect for your driveway, patio, floor, or walkway. Stamping concrete means that you pick a design for your concrete, generally a bigger one, at least 1 foot by one foot, so that the design is not overwhelmed by the area. Stamped concrete can also be one big design, drawn by an artist and worked into the concrete by a professional. However you choose to stamp your concrete, know that stamped concrete changes the boring gray into a fabulous piece of customized artwork for your home.

Stamped concrete is then sealed, and must be resealed every 3-4 years to keep the seal intact. Unlike normal concrete, stamped concrete’s seal wears out unevenly, with the tops of the design being more prone to wear. For this reason, it is important to seal your concrete every so often.

Stamped concrete creates a unique, custom, concrete piece to add to your home.