Stamped Concrete Designs

Stamped concrete patterns are decorations formed by imprinting a design on freshly laid concrete, before it dries, to improve the looks of the concrete surface.

There are several techniques for decorating a concrete surface the most common ones being concrete stamping and concrete stenciling, and decorative sawcutting.

Let’s discuss each of the above options.

Stamped Concrete

Also known as textured or imprinted concrete, stamped concrete is designed to replicate both the pattern and texture of brick, tile, wood, flagstone, natural stone, among other patterns and textures.

Quite often, stamped concrete appears so real that many people will not even know that they are stepping on a concrete floor, patio, or driveway.

Here are the most popular stamped concrete designs: –

1. Brick Patterns

Running Bond

Often used for borders or decorative bands, running board is an old-style brick pattern in which staggered rectangles run parallel to each other.

It is mainly used in pool decks, patios, driveways and sidewalks.

Running board can be applied on both new and existing concrete. Stamping is the best option when working on new concrete, while stenciling is best for existing concrete.

Herringbone

Herringbone pattern is a design in which brick sized rectangles are interchanged to form a continuous V-pattern.

This pattern draws the eye forward – making small spaces appear bigger. It is mostly used on walkways but can also be used for any type of paving.

Herringbone stamped concrete is popular in English and Victorian homes.

2. Stone Patterns

Cobblestone

These stamped concrete patterns are mostly used on driveways and accents such as borders or bands that run through patios.

They can be applied through stamping or stenciling.

European Fan

European fan is a variant of cobblestone patterns. It happens when cobbles are set in a series of arches.

It is best created through stamping although stenciling can equally handle the task. European fan is best suited for homes with old-style designs.

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Ashlar Slate

Ashlar slate is formed by stamping various sizes of rectangles and squares on a concrete surface to create a pattern that looks random.

The pattern is ideal for pool decks and patios.

While ashlar slate is best applied on new concrete, a stamped overly can be applied on existing concrete to add some beautiful ashlar slate patterns.

Random Stone

These textured concrete patterns resemble irregular flagstone. Random stone is mainly stamped on pool decks, patios, walkways and driveways.

It can be applied on both new and existing concrete.

3. Additional Pattern

Classic Wood Plank

Wood plank is a popular choice for those seeking to have a deck without having to deal with the upkeep burden.

Stamping is done to impart the shape and grain of wood boards onto the concrete surface.

Stenciled Concrete Patterns

Stenciled concrete is achieved by applying rolls of patterned paper with a special roller to achieve the desired look on a concrete surface.

The stencil, which is attached onto freshly poured concrete, can be a great alternative to stamped concrete textures.

It is mostly used in conjunction with staining concrete or resurfacing.

Decorative Sawcuts

Decorative sawcuts are often hand-made lines arranged in attractive patterns.

These textured concrete patterns are mostly Diamonds and squares although complex designs can also be achieved.

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