Stamped concrete in Calgary

Stamped concrete in Calgary is a great option for a patio, driveway, or walkway. If you are unfamiliar with stamped concrete, it is a patterned concrete.

Stamped concrete is a 3-step process. The first step usually involves adding a color pigment to the base to color the concrete. The concrete can be made in many colors like red, green, black, and many others.

Colors can be very subjective, so when you are choosing a contractor who specializes in stamped concrete in Calgary be sure to get a color sample before approving the job.

The next step in the process is possibly adding an accent color to the concrete, and finally stamping the pattern.

Stamped concrete can match nearly all natural decors, and will save you money over the purchase of paved stone. However, you will still get to enjoy a very similar look.

There are numerous stamped concrete specialists in Calgary, and if possible you should get referrals from friends who have had this product installed in their own project. If you are unable to get referrals from family and/or friends, then check online to read reviews for different companies.

Also, keep in mind this is a very popular decorating technique. You may decide in May how great it would be to have a new stamped concrete patio. The problem is that most contractors will be booked up for the summer season. Proper planning is very important, so if you want to enjoy your new stamped concrete in the summer plan to have the work done well before the season gets underway.