Category: Exterior Concrete
Maintaining Stained Concrete
Adding a finish to your concrete is a great, affordable way to greatly improve its visual appeal, while also making it more durable. Whether its sealed, stained, coated, or densified, finished concrete can better resist external elements. That said, like all things, a finished concrete floor needs a little love from time to time to […]
Do I Need to Replace the Entire Driveway?
Concrete may last a long time, but eventually, it needs to be replaced. The question some homeowners have is… does it all need to be replaced at once? Concrete doesn’t always wear evenly. Different areas receive different amounts of traffic. The end of your driveway may receive road salt during the winter, causing it to […]
Can You Use Epoxy Flooring Outdoors?
Epoxy flooring has been around for a while, yet it still remains one of the most popular finishing methods for concrete flooring. Why? Because it offers great benefits at an affordable cost. Epoxy flooring creates a smooth, polished finish that’s durable enough to withstand high traffic and heavy weight. On top of that, it’s water […]
Updating Your Driveway
The driveway is an often-overlooked piece of your property. With a few small touches, however, your driveway can provide a nice boost to your lawn’s aesthetic, improving curb-appeal. Here are a few simple ways you can upgrade your driveway for a minimum price. Add Some Lighting Placing lights across the sides of your driveway serves […]
Is Sealing Concrete Worth It?
We’ve all seen sealed concrete before, whether it was in a business, at someone’s home, or in a public commons area. It’s hard to deny its visual superiority to standard concrete. But is it worth the cost of having your concrete sealed just to improve the appearance? Some would say that alone does justify the […]
The Difference Between Concrete and Concrete Resurfacer
Concrete is strong and long lasting, but it has its limits, especially if it wasn’t poured properly. Overtime, it will begin to crack and chip. Not long ago, you’d only be left with three options at this point: patch it, replace it, or learn to live with it. Today, however, we have a fourth option: […]
The Many Looks of Stamped Concrete
When you’re having home renovations done, there’s a lot of decisions to be made. Whether it’s indoor or outdoor, you need to decide on budget, style, features, functionality, materials, and more. It can get a little overwhelming. No matter what the project is, one of the decisions you’ll have to make is flooring. After all, […]
What Winter Does to Concrete
Fall is passing quickly, and we all know what comes next. To paraphrase a quote from this summer’s Avengers: Infinity War: “Dread it. Run from it. Winter arrives all the same.” Of course, some people really like winter. They love the snow fall. They love sitting inside, under a blanket, reading a book. And that’s […]
The Concrete Sealing Process
Concrete sealing is a great way to extend the life of your floor or driveway. Not only does it protect the surface from moisture and stains, but it helps against shrinking and expanding that’s caused by fluctuating temperatures. If you live in an area that drops below freezing, sealing your exterior concrete is highly recommended. […]
How to Spruce Up Your Patio
For those who like to soak in the outdoors, but also love to stay in the comfort of their own home, a beautiful patio is one of the best investments you can make. It’s a place for you to retreat for some alone time. It’s a place where you entertain friends and family. It’s a […]