Modern Concrete Patio & Driveway finishes in Los Angeles

People have been using concrete to finish their flooring for thousands of years. Concrete is one of the most versatile and durable construction materials ever (just ask the Ancient Romans – their buildings are still being held up by concrete). 

You may be thinking of concrete as just a drab gray slab in your uncle’s backyard. However, with a few flourishes, concrete can give your home a modern touch – just think of your neighbor’s new grass and concrete driveway. 

Concrete patio and driveway finishes in Los Angeles

When you think of concrete, what comes to mind? Probably the grey sidewalk, the polished floor of Costco, your driveway, your Uncle Stan’s slab in the backyard. 

Concrete is a mix of cement, water and aggregates (aka, sand, gravel and crushed stone). This magical mixture can be poured into almost any shape, before hardening into one of the most durable construction materials on Earth. 

What really can set concrete apart from other patio materials like wood or stone, is that you can finish concrete in a myriad of ways. Finishes are the designs on top of the concrete. They are a great way to add some flash to an otherwise utilitarian material.

Modern Concrete Patio Finishes in Los Angeles

You don’t have to keep that bland, gray rectangular concrete slab in your backyard. You can work with a licensed concrete contractor to turn your backyard into an oasis. Try adding some simple, elegant planters with clean modern lines. How about installing a fire pit to enjoy on those late summer nights?

Not only that, but you can also place that boring gray with a patio with more modern finishes. I’m sure by now you’ve seen and heard about stamped concrete. It imitates the look and feel of almost any type of stone and even wood. And now, there are even more finishes to choose from.

Concrete Broom Finish

This is a great option, especially if you have a pool in your backyard. With this finish, your concrete contractor drags a special broom across the surface of the concrete before it’s totally dry. The ridges give you a non-slip surface – a big plus with a pool in your backyard!

You can also add some flourish with this finish. You can go for a sleek design with straight lines, or you can add some swirls or geometric designs for a little more finesse. 

Concrete Salt Finish

Another great, non-skid finish to install in backyards with a pool? A salt finish. What is a salt finish, you may ask? 

It’s created when rock salt crystals are placed on freshly poured concrete. After the concrete is set, the rock salt is washed off. This gives the concrete surface a subtle, specked finish as well as a non-slip surface.

Concrete Exposed Aggregate

This non-skid finish may seem old-fashioned, but it’s making a comeback. This popular, visually pleasing finish is achieved by removing the top layer of freshly poured cement to uncover decorative aggregate (aka, rocks). Almost any type of rock can be used as aggregate, including quarts, granite, basalts and limestone. For a truly decorative look, you can even add recycled glass or seashells. 

Concrete Colored Finish

Looking for a low-maintenance finish? Then look no further. We’re not talking about painting the concrete surface. This is adding color to the concrete by staining it. Add stamped designs to it, and you can recreate the look of almost any kind of rock, or even wood.  

Want a more modern look? Talk to your licensed concrete contractor. You can create almost any kind of shape with concrete. Add some color to it, and you’ve got a custom-made design in your backyard. 

All of these finishes would give your backyard a fresh, modern look. What about other parts of your home?

Modern Concrete Driveway in Los Angeles

You’ve probably seen these all over your neighborhood – driveways made of rectangular slabs with grass turf installed in between the slabs. Believe it or not, these can be installed in a week or so. 

These are a great option if you’re looking at a cracking driveway slab. For one thing, the driveways are made of individual rectangles, instead of one large slab. So, if one slab starts to crack, it’s easily replaced. 

Other concrete services we provide are the following: 

• Concrete driveway
• Sidewalk repair
• Concrete patio
• Concrete repair 
• Concrete stairs and steps 
• Concrete widen expand
• Driveway ramp/Concrete approach

Concrete isn’t just for outdoor flooring anymore. Polished concrete can give your home a very contemporary feel. I know what you must be thinking – you don’t want your home to look like Costco or an auto parts shop. 

Not to worry. With all color and style options available, you can customize your concrete flooring in a way not possible with traditional floor coverings to make it reflect your style and personality. You can create ombre stain designs, include a contrasting aggregate, stencil designs, etc. With concrete, the options are truly limitless.

Licensed Concrete Contractor in Los Angeles

With so many design options, it’s hard to go wrong with concrete. You can create classic to contemporary looks and anything in between. Working with a licensed concrete contractor is your best bet to develop your final design for your home. A licensed concrete contractor fully understands how best to work with concrete to give your home the look and feel you’re looking for. Give us a call for a consultation today.