It is said that the first impression is the last impression, and that is why people attach so much importance to the exterior of their homes and offices. If you thought that your driveways are simply the way to your garage, then you are probably wrong. Driveways have become a style statement, reflecting their aesthetic brilliance and that is why new innovations and inventions have given driveways a new look, year after year. But one of those things that will always remain a favorite is the concrete driveway.
Although, with time and technology, the new concrete entrance has changed dramatically. Concrete driveways have evolved over time. There were times when concrete was considered notable for its durability, quality, strength, and versatility. Now it is even considered better due to its looks and inspiration which translates into a style statement. Concrete is available in a wide variety of textures and colors to give your entry a unique look. Additionally, concrete can be put in various styles and designed in crowds, to provide your home and office with artistic appeal. Let’s briefly discuss how Concrete can provide your post with a new Avatar.
Patterned concrete stamping has become a very exotic way to give your entryways a new look. Some of the specific patterns that are in fashion are:
Etching on Concrete – Etching on concrete can give your driveway a new masonry look, but is actually done by pouring the plain concrete mix first and then staining and etching it to give it the look of masonry.
Colored concrete – Colors are mixed into or sprinkled with the concrete mix, once the plain concrete is placed.
Exposed aggregate finish – colored pebbles are planted at the time of simple concrete finishing; After washing off the top coat of cement paste, the pebbles are exposed, providing a colorful pebbled concrete driveway. The colored pebbles and concrete can be combined with the cladding of the house or it can also be contrasted.
Aside from pattern stamping, you have the option of a textured concrete finish.
Float and Trowel Finish: Patterns made in concrete with the help of wooden, aluminum or steel floats look elegant.
Broom Finishes – If you want to provide a non-slip texture to your driveway, then the broom finish is the best fit.
Rock Salt Finish – Here, hard pieces of rock salt are etched with concrete and then washed, providing small holes in driveways, a suitable field surface for your driveway.
Therefore, to give your home a new look, concrete driveways in various styles have become the order of the day, which are durable and therefore cost less in the long run.