Concrete Driveways Richmond BC

Broom finish concrete driveway was paved by our concrete contractors for our client.

When walking down your street, maybe you’ve seen one of your neighbors with a pristine concrete driveway. Standing out in the sea of asphalt, do you have a feeling that this person knows something that everyone else doesn’t? Not only do concrete driveways from Richmond Concrete Contractors look stunning, but they’re built to last long after comparable asphalt driveways have been regularly refinished and even replaced.

Regardless of how much hard work you put into your home and yard, it’s often the lowly driveway that ends up being the first thing visitors will see. That’s why a cement driveway your best bet if you want to make an impression or even raise your property value. But not only are they long-lasting and low maintenance, they also come in a diverse range of textures and designs.

Concrete Driveway Finishes

Broom Finish

This is the most common form and if you’ve only ever seen one concrete driveway in your life, there’s a good chance this is the type you saw. It gets its name in how brooms are used to while the concrete is still wet to give it it’s distinct texture. While this is the most economical option, broom finished driveways are also popular due to their strong traction as well as being able to be used as a base for in conjunction with some of the other options we’ll be mentioning.

Sand Washed Finish

If you love the idea of the varied colors of exposed aggregate but want the smooth texture of broom finish, sand washed concrete might just be what you’re looking for. By sand washing, you’re allowing the aggregate to be exposed while still avoiding the pebbly texture that some try to avoid. Before we install this sort of driveway, we go over your available options for colors and patterns, so you get a truly unique driveway that suits your personality and overall home design.

This concrete driveway was sand washed with an off grey colour. This photo was taken in Richmond.

Exposed Aggregate Concrete Finish

This is where we start to get a bit more creative. Exposed aggregate concrete is essentially created by pouring then stripping away the plain surface, allowing for much of the stone to be completely exposed. This is more expensive than a broom finish and requires different maintenance, but the payoff is a much more beautiful result with various textures and colors depending on the type of a used stone used. The added grip the texture provides is a great utility bonus.

Exposed aggregate was used for this concrete driveway in Richmond. The colour matches perfectly with the exterior of the home.

Stamped Concrete Finish

This last category of finishes really shows off how versatile concrete driveways can really be! If you’ve ever seen cobblestone, brick or even slate driveways, you’ve no doubt seen how stunning they can be, but at a great cost. These are wonderful options aesthetically, though they quickly become a nightmare to keep up. With our stamped concrete option, we can recreate both the color and textures of these and other materials, giving you the best of both worlds.

Stamped concrete driveway installed for our client based out in Richmond, BC.

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