Stamped Concrete Lincoln, NE | C&C Contractors

C&C Contractors | Stamped Concrete Lincoln, NE

HOW STAMPED CONCRETE ADDS BEAUTY AND VALUE TO YOUR HOME

Stamped concrete has become a popular option for decorating outdoor concrete surfaces such as patios and driveways, interior flooring, and vertical surfaces. Also known as imprinted or patterned concrete, stamped concrete's affordability and versatility make it the material of choice when plain gray concrete is not enough. With stamped concrete, you can achieve the appearance of natural stone patterns such as slate, brick, flagstone, and cobblestone without the high cost of natural rock and stone and the time-consuming installation of placing individual stones. 

Here are some ways that stamped concrete enhancements can help you achieve your dream home.

Seamless texturizing

Concrete stamp mats can be used to add texture to a concrete surface without leaving any joint lines. Slate is well-known for its natural shades, and with realistic concrete stamps and custom concrete stains, any slate color can be duplicated, or you can create your own. Real slate is not as durable as concrete and will eventually show wear and tear, so a seamless and sealed stamped decorative concrete finish will last decades without chips, cracks, or fading and will require very little maintenance.

Faux wood finishes

Decorators and homeowners have been introduced to the adventurous use of faux wood finishes thanks to stamped concrete. You can now have outdoor "wood" patios, porches, walkways, and steps without the worries of real wood, such as warping, splintering, dry rot, and cracking from harsh weather. Custom concrete stamps allow you to create wood plank finishes ranging from narrow to wide, smooth textures to rugged, reclaimed wood. Custom concrete stains allow you to have the exact color you want, from light to dark wood tones, or match colors to existing landscape elements in the yard. Furthermore, interior floors can enjoy the beauty of wood in any room with the durability to withstand busy family life without damage.

Add artistic touches with stencils.

Another enjoyable aspect of stamped concrete is incorporating stencils and custom logos or designs. Stamped and hand-colored designs become integral to the stamped concrete and will not peel or fade over time. Make a family crest or sports team logo the focal point of a patio or driveway. Colorful stenciled rug designs are popular for entryways, patios, and front porches. Allow your decorating diva to shine!

Stamped decorative borders enhance stained concrete.

If your budget prevents you from using stamped concrete for your entire concrete makeover, using stamped concrete borders and a less expensive resurfacing system can be the ideal compromise. You don't have to give up your dream of stone; you can easily add texture and color to your spaces with flagstone, cobblestone, or slate borders. Stamped flagstone borders accent this stained concrete patio, and flagstone highlights in a broom-swept concrete finish create a driveway of distinction.

Faux stone and wood vertical concrete resurfacing

Stamped concrete can also be used to create faux stone and wood designs on vertical surfaces such as walls, steps, house siding, pillars, and posts. Vertical concrete resurfacing can achieve the look of stone and wood finishes at a fraction of the cost of the real materials in less time and with less mess. When applied over brick, drywall, plaster, wood, or concrete, the stamped wood or hand-carved stone designs create realistic and natural-looking textures that transform your living spaces in a matter of days. In certain situations, the weight of natural stone can make stonework prohibitive, but this is not an issue with our resurfaced concrete overlays. Accent walls, backsplashes, and fireplace refacing can embrace the beauty of the stone.

Stamped concrete is a game-changer

You can have almost any stone or rock design, as well as authentic-looking wood plank finishes with decorative concrete stamps. You are not limited to the styles and colors available in big-box stores or the preferences of your local stonemason.

Call C&C Concrete Contractors at (402) 326-5512 to learn more about stamped concrete.