How Is Coloured Concrete Made?
There are different ways on how to make coloured concrete. Whichever method you choose, don’t forget to apply concrete sealers. This will maintain the look of your coloured concrete. It will also be easier to clean and will prevent stains.
Mixing Pigments
The most common method is to mix pigments, such as iron oxides, to the concrete mix before laying it out to ensure that the colour is evenly distributed. Since the colour is already mixed in the concrete, surface erosion will not affect the look of the coloured concrete.
Dusting
This is done by dusting a colour hardener on top of plain wet concrete.
Acid Staining Concrete
This uses acid solutions – often resembling marble and other materials.
Coloured Concrete Design Options
Aside from a variety of colours to add to your concrete, you can also add aggregates such as gravel, sand, or blue metal to produce different surface textures and finishes. You can add patterns to replicated different paving materials through stamping and stencilling.
Stamped Concrete
Stamped concrete is pouring a layer of concrete on the surface, then embossing your chosen design or pattern while the concrete is still wet. Stamped concrete often resembles natural stones.
Stencil Concrete
Stencil concrete is a more cost-effective alternative compared to stamped concrete. Stenciling provides a stamped or multi-coloured look. It involves stenciling the borders of an existing plain concrete then spraying coloured concrete on top of it.
Why Consider Choosing Coloured Concrete?
If you’re looking for an affordable way to renovate or enhance your home, you might want to consider coloured concrete. We offer endless designs and colours you can choose from to match and complement your home’s current design and style. They add value to your property and increase curb appeal.
Coloured concrete does not require intensive maintenance. Here at Bundaberg, we only offer the highest quality of materials to guarantee durable and long-lasting concrete. Our team of experts are knowledgeable and well-trained on how to install coloured concrete properly to avoid future issues.
We recommend sealing your coloured concrete to prevent the colour from fading. Aside from applying sealers, we can also add hardeners to provide additional protection – making your concrete resistant to stains.
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