Step 4 The professional installer places the stamp over the overlay, until it imprints the pattern. This is difficult as the overlay must be in a good condition to allow for and sustain an imprint. The overlay is then allowed to dry over night.
The concrete driveway's color was stained and faded from weather exposure and poor maintenance. To revive the original color, water-based stains were used in the colors bark brown and light ambe.
An overlay with a circular tree motif and decorative overcoat was applied to this driveway when the stain started flaking.
This driveway was modified with color and engraved patterns.
Asphalt has limited customization capabilities, which is a major disadvantage to concrete. Asphalt is made to last longer than concrete and requires more frequent maintenance. The cost of asphalt has increased over recent years. Installing it is now almost as costly. If properly placed, sealed and maintained stamp concrete can give your driveway an attractive, longer-lasting surface.
If your driveway is sound structurally, it's possible to repair or replace minor or major defects without completely tearing it down.
Stamped concrete overlays are much faster and easier to install than bricks and pavers. But this doesn't mean that everyone can do it. Fort Wayne stamped concrete contractors are the best people to help you with this process. Here's how to properly stamp concrete: