Where can stamped concrete be used?

Stamped concrete can be used anywhere traditional/standard concrete is used and where you want a more decorative finish. Pool decks, driveways, sidewalks and patios are typical installations for homeowners.

How does stamped concrete hold up vs standard concrete?

Decorative concrete is just like standard concrete and should last for many, many years. You can help your concrete last longer by having it resealed every 2-3 years.

How much does stamped concrete cost?

Because each job is as individual as it's owner, we cannot provide "per square foot" pricing. Pricing for decorative concrete depends on many factors:

• Location - is the area difficult to access?
• Square footage - how large is the area?
• Type of concrete: continuous flow, colored, stamped, exposed aggregate
• Complexity of the project: multiple colors, borders, steps and radius edges require additional time and labor and thus will increase overall costs
  
• Please call for your free onsite estimate.

What are my color options?

There are a numerous color selections available for the concrete. A release agent applied to the colored concrete adds depth and variations in color, mimicking the appearance of real stone or brick. Typically one chooses a release agent in a darker tone than the base concrete, but this is a choice left up to each individual.

Click here to see the options for colored concrete.
Click here to see the options for the release agent.

Will the color in my decorative concrete last?

The pigments used to color the concrete are made from finely milled synthetic iron oxides which are the strongest and most stable colors available. These colors are lime-proof, sunfast, and do not react with chemicals.

Do I have to seal the stamped concrete?

No, you don't "have to", but sealing does protect the concrete from nature's elements. It can also enhance the look of the concrete as it brings out the color variations. Look at the photo below to see the difference in appearance when the concrete is sealed.

What are control joints? Are they necessary?

Control joints are cuts made in the concrete to help the concrete crack in a straight line. All concrete will eventually crack. Cuts are necessary because without them your concrete will crack in its own pattern, instead of the one we made for it. There is no guarantee that concrete will not crack in another spot.

How do I take care of my stamped concrete?

It should be washed with water and should be sealed every 2-3 years. It should be kept free of salt.

Where can I see some examples?

You can view examples on our website in the Project Photos section or you can see examples of colors and patterns in person by going to Sensational Styles & Spa, 103 North Avon Ave., Avon, MN. Behind the salon you'll find a "sample" sidewalk that displays the various patterns and colors.

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How long do I have to wait before I can walk/drive on the concrete?

Wait one day before you walk on it or 10 days before you drive on it.

Have questions? Please feel to contact us by e-mail or phone.

Email: jffconcrete@clearwire.net
Phone: (320) 356-7624
Cell: (320) 249-2431

Our mailing address:

P.O. Box 239
Avon, MN 56310