Are you considering a new concrete patio for your home? Are you aware of the many different types of stamped concrete patio designs to choose from? In this article, we will explore the benefits of stamped concrete, our most popular stamped patio designs, and other important considerations.
Benefits of Stamped Concrete
Before we go over our most popular stamped concrete designs, it’s important to discuss the benefits of stamped concrete. What makes stamped concrete such a great option is that it is durable, easy to maintain, and customizable. You can achieve a custom look and feel for your outdoor living space.
In fact, you have a nearly endless selection of designs and looks to choose from with stamped concrete. Our concrete contractors are very skilled at using staining and highlighting techniques to mimic real stone, tile, and wood.
Of course, it’s important to consider your home’s unique style before deciding on a stamping that is right for you. “The purpose of stamped concrete is to provide a subtle dynamic nuance to your property in order to maximize curb appeal and maintain resale value,” states Anythony Akers, Sales Consultant at Summit Concrete.
Let’s go into more detail about our 5 most popular stamped concrete designs.
Our 5 Most Popular Stamped Concrete Designs
Stamped concrete is highly customizable and can shape into a design that best fits your home. As a result, you can upgrade your property with a timeless look and feel with the right concrete contractor. Our five (5) most popular stamped concrete designs include
- Wood;
- Majestic ashlar slate;
- Ashlar slate;
- Cobblestone; and
- Heavy stone.
1) Wood:
Wood stamped concrete is one of our most popular concrete patio designs. In essence, with a wood stamp, you can achieve the look of wood without the maintenance requirements associated with natural wood.
For example, this stamping method can replicate the exact look of wood planks commonly seen on decks. In addition, this popular stamp provides a cozy, warm, and inviting feel, which makes it a favorite for our customers at Summit Concrete.
Explore more about a concrete patio vs wood deck on our blog, and discover more of our wood-stamped concrete projects on our Patio Gallery.
2) Majestic Ashlar Slate:
The Majestic Ashlar Slate stamp gives you a natural, square-cut stone appearance. It’s a mixed regular stone cut placed sequentially to liven up your patio.
This leads us to a slightly different stamp but with a similar texture, the Ashlar Slate stamp.
3) Ashlar Slate:
Similar to Majestic Ashlar Slate, the Ashlar Slate stamp is slightly smaller but has a very similar pattern. Smaller squares are used when the surface area of a patio is less spacious. It helps provide a better balance between the two for a cleaner look.
4) Cobblestone:
Bring the old-world charm to your outdoor living space. Our Cobblestone stamp is an exquisite throwback to the 19th century that highlights your patio with character and unique beauty. It is often used on patios, porches, and driveways.
5) Heavy Stone:
Heavy stone adds a touch of elegance to your patio. It gives the appearance of a stone slab and takes the form of your requirements. This stamping can be applied to any size patio.
Factors to Consider When Choosing Stamped Concrete
When choosing a stamped concrete design for your patio, there are some factors to consider, such as the following:
- Style of Home
Your home’s style and color combination is essential. Both should complement each other. If too much contrast is present, it can take away from the look you’re trying to go for in your patio design.
If you have a modern home, neutral tones such as greys and beiges can blend well with your property. On the other hand, if you have a traditional home, you may want to consider warmer colors like red or brown.
Whether your home is an American farmhouse, contemporary with a minimalist feel, English Tudor, or Mediterranean revival, the concrete design, texture, and color you choose all make your property bold.
- Cost
The low maintenance cost associated with stamped concrete makes it more cost-effective than pavers, wood decks, or natural stone. For example, consider the price of a new patio and the cost of maintaining it over the long run.
Stamped concrete is the most affordable solution for renovating any new patio. It’s easier to clean, maintain, and less prone to abrasion. Schedule a consultation with one of our sales consultants today to discover your cost-saving potential.
- Climate
Colors either absorb or reflect, some greater than others. In fact, did you know the color of a concrete surface can also cause the surface to amplify heat?
Your stamped concrete color in regards to your climate is an important consideration, as it can dramatically affect the temperature of your patio during the hot summer months.
Lighter colors reflect sunlight and heat, while darker colors absorb heat. If you live in an area that experiences hot summers with minimal shade around your patio, a lighter color can be a feasible solution.
However, each patio setup is unique; depending on your configuration, your concrete patio is highly customizable, as always.
- Maintenance
Maintenance is another important factor to consider. Concrete patio maintenance is relatively simple, compared to other patio options.
You can minimize the wear and tear of your new stamped concrete patio by following a few simple steps. This includes surface cleaning, reapplying a sealer coating every one to two years, and adding outdoor chair leg protectors to prevent surface scratches and cracks.
In addition to these factors, remember that a stamped concrete installation is a complex process that requires the expertise of a professional contractor who can execute the design and planning for maximum comfort and longevity.
When choosing a stamped concrete contractor, leave it to the Summit Concrete team to meet your concrete needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stamped Concrete Patios
How long does a stamped concrete patio last?
A stamped concrete patio can last 30+ years depending on maintenance. But, of course, there are climate factors to consider, such as in colder temperatures where the expansion and contraction of water on the concrete surface can be more prone to cracking.
Is stamped concrete slippery?
Stamped concrete can be slippery, depending on how smooth the texture of the surface is. Choosing a more textured stamped concrete surface can help reduce the amount of exposed water on the surface of your concrete.
Can stamped concrete be repaired?
Depending on the surface of your concrete, a concrete specialist can repair your concrete patio. If the underlying concrete, or base, is still intact and is not cracked from protrusive erosion, trees, or other external factors, you can resurface the concrete.
Resurfacing concrete means adding a layer over the underlying concrete to enhance the appearance of your existing concrete patio. Often a patio can contain minor surface imperfections with little to no destruction to the foundation concrete.
Professional contractors can preserve the underlying concrete if it is in stable and unaltered condition. At Summit Concrete, we can add style, design, and texture to the overlay to match the concrete to your specifications. Speak with our team today to assist you with your concrete.
Schedule Stamped Concrete Consultation Today
As you can see, stamped concrete is a great way of adding character to your home. When considering its alternatives, it is not only cost-effective over the long run but it can be fine-tuned to your unique needs. The design, texture, and color—the choice is truly yours.
For more information about how a decorative stamped concrete patio may work for you, schedule a consultation with our team today. In the meantime, explore our concrete patio gallery and check out our Concrete Knowledge Center.
Since 2015, our team has been proudly serving the greater Middle Tennessee area for all your concrete needs. Whatever concrete needs you have, we can help. From planning to execution, we’re setting a quality standard “yards” above the rest. Discover how.
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