5 Benefits of Stamped Concrete for Newton Homes
Stamped Concrete Newton
Homeowners in Newton, Massachusetts, are always looking for products that deliver a premium visual look with low maintenance and high durability. Although natural stone and individual pavers have been traditional choices for homeowners, both products are often associated with higher costs, complex installations, and long-term upkeep. The alternative to these two choices is stamped concrete, which provides a unique blend of aesthetic flexibility and durable performance. Through the use of this technique, contractors can transform standard concrete into a surface that looks similar to brick, slate, flagstone, wood, and many other options. In this article, let’s examine the top 5 advantages of using stamped concrete that are making it the most popular choice of homeowners for driveways, patios, and walks throughout the community.
Unique Design Versatility
Stamped concrete’s primary advantage is its capability to mimic virtually any form of natural hardscape with an extreme degree of precision and quality.
Creating Natural-Looking Materials
Using special release mats and high-quality colorants, you can create concrete that looks and feels like very high-quality materials (such as porous slate or cobblestone), but at a fraction of the price of purchasing them individually and without the associated costs of installing them.
Lower Installed Price Compared to Pavers and Hardscape
Although the first cost of stamped concrete may be more than ordinary “gray” concrete, it is much less expensive than most forms of high-end hardscape (such as natural stone) and pavers.
Cheaper Than Other Options
Because it is easier to pour and install one large slab of stamped concrete versus laying many small stones, there will be lower labor and materials costs. Additionally, since the same crew installs both the base and the surface, the number of specialized crews on-site will also decrease, leading to lower labor costs. As a result, homeowners can save money by allocating those funds toward other aspects of their home.
Better Performance in Extreme Weather Conditions
Since stamped concrete is a single slab of material, it has inherent structural qualities that help resist damage caused by unstable New England weather.
No More Shifting Pavers or Weeds
Unlike paver or brick walkways or patios, which are subject to shifting, settling, and weeds growing through the joints, stamped concrete does not have these problems. The slab resists frost heaving and cracking, thereby eliminating the areas where weeds, moss, and ants can grow.
Little or No Maintenance
Sealed stamped concrete requires little or no upkeep, making it a great option for busy families who would rather spend their time doing things they enjoy.
More Durable and Easier to Clean
To protect the surface of the stamped concrete, we apply a topcoat sealant. This creates a barrier between the surface and water, dirt, oil, and chemicals that could otherwise damage the concrete or penetrate the natural pores of a stone hardscape. All you need to do to clean a sealed surface is sweep it periodically and occasionally wash it off with a hose — this is much easier than maintaining and cleaning porous hardscapes.
Safer Surface – Greater Traction
In addition to creating a visually pleasing surface, providing a safe surface is equally important, especially when the surface is located close to pools or heavily used walkways that may be slippery after rain or ice.
Adding Texture to Increase Traction
Stamping creates different levels of texture and depth, which improve traction over a smooth, troweled surface. Also, contractors can add non-skid additives to the final sealer coat to further increase traction. This is a vital feature for any flat surface in a New England climate and will reduce the risk of slipping on surfaces near pool areas, schoolyards, and other public areas in and around Newton, MA.
When you’re looking at luxury residential jobs with stamped concrete, you can simultaneously accomplish an advanced look with long-lasting durability in order to withstand the Newton environment. The special process of creating stamped concrete requires a superior level of craftsmanship, very precise color selection, as well as expertise in the use of releasing agents to create a beautiful, realistic appearance. For your discussion of a stamped concrete job, please contact Newton Total Concrete.
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