Exposed aggregate concrete is fast becoming the preferred concrete finish for residential, commercial and civil surfacing projects in Adelaide. Exposed aggregate is achieved using either a pre-mixed concrete blend, containing stones in a variety of textures and colours, or by hand-seeding the stones on to a wet concrete surface.
After the concrete is poured, it is treated with a surface retardant, which allows the underlying concrete to harden, while the top layer remains soft. After a few hours, the utmost layer of concrete is washed away, exposing the stone, or aggregate, beneath, and revealing a raw, yet sophisticated, finish.
The professional team at Adelaide City Concreting have extensive experience hand-seeding and finishing exposed aggregate concrete in Adelaide in a multitude of settings, including driveways, pool surrounds, entranceways, footpaths and alfresco areas.
Hand-seeding of stones is considered preferable to a stone premix, as it allows for a broader variety of finishes and achieves a result that is smoother underfoot. A vast array of aggregates are available, in numerous sizes, colours and shapes, creating a finish that is as unique as your fingerprint and has been tailored completely to your liking.
Exposed aggregate concrete is a durable, hard-wearing, slip and skid-resistant surface for your Adelaide home or business. It is weather resistant and remarkably low-maintenance—your exposed aggregate surface requires nothing more than the occasional rinse with water. A simple resealing every few years will keep your surface like new.
The warmth and versatility of exposed aggregate concrete make it the ideal finish for both modern and traditional properties in Adelaide. The clean lines and earthy textures achieved with exposed aggregate mingle just as beautifully with a classic stone frontage as they do with a newly rendered home.
If your existing concrete surface is looking a little lacklustre and in need of a revamp, exposed aggregate can be overlayed on top of your concrete, providing it is in good condition. This is an extremely cost-effective alternative to removing your old concrete and replacing it with tiles or pavers. The knowledgeable team at Adelaide City Concreting can assess the integrity of your existing concrete, at no cost to you, and let you know if your concrete can be overlayed with exposed aggregate, potentially saving you thousands of dollars.
Exposed aggregate is becoming the principal choice for outdoor surfaces, favoured as much for its style and versatility, as for its durability and hardiness. Concrete is poured to 100 millimetres thick, producing a much denser product than pavers or outdoor tiles. These products have the propensity to separate and become uneven underfoot, which not only looks unappealing, it creates the risk of falls and injuries.
Adelaide City Concrete is the name you need to know for exposed aggregate concrete projects in Adelaide.We are a local, family-owned business with several decades of concreting experience behind our name. With our longstanding reputation for superior workmanship and exceptional customer service, you can be certain that your concrete project will be finished to exacting standards and exceed your every expectation. Call today on 0439 543 125 to discuss your next exposed aggregate concrete project and arrange for your complimentary, onsite consultation and quote.