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CONCRETE PATIO DESIGN FACTS
If you own a concrete patio in Rochester, NY, or are thinking of installing one, you may have questions like:
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"How can I protect my concrete patio from our harsh Rochester, NY, winters?"
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"How many types of concrete patio patterns, textures, styles, and finishes are there to choose from?"
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"What are some of the benefits having a concrete patio?"
Rochester, NY, concrete patio contractors at Gruttadaurio Masonry and their concrete sealing, resurfacing, and restoration division, CONCRETE DOC+, have the answers you're looking for and the skill and artistry to create the outdoor living space of your dreams (not to mention the envy of all your neighbors). Read on for facts about concrete patios you might want to know about before making any final design decisions.
Will You Choose a Concrete Pattern or Texture for Your
PATIO DESIGN?
Gruttadaurio Masonry, experts in concrete patio design in the Rochester, NY, area, offers several types of finishes for your outdoor living space. Whether you choose a stamped concrete pattern, stamped concrete texture, or a hand-crafted textured finish, you can feel confident that your patio will be meticulously, and artfully crafted. Below are three options that we offer for your overall concrete patio look.
Gruttadaurio Masonry Offers 3 Concrete Patio Design Options
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Stamped Concrete Patterns
Stamped Concrete Textures
Hand-Crafted Concrete Textures
OPTION 1: Patterns Using Concrete Stamps
Stamped concrete, which is also referred to as decorative concrete, involves using special stamp forms that are pressed into wet concrete. Stamped concrete aims to mimic other materials such as stone, brick, wood, and many more—at a fraction of the cost if you had used these materials. And because you can choose from so many integral base colors and accent colors, you can match your outside decor, your home's decor, or your own personal taste.
Gruttadaurio Masonry uses an easy 3-Step Stamped Concrete Design Process which makes it fun to create the outdoor living space of your dreams. Take a look at our stamp patterns and textures below. After you've got some ideas of the type of concrete patio you're interested in, refer to our concrete base colors, and stamped concrete accent colors and start having some fun. If you're ready to have us give you a free estimate, or if you're having trouble deciding on a patio design, contact our concrete patio experts and we'll be happy to help with design recommendations.
Stamped Concrete Patterns & Textures Examples
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Gilpin's Falls Stamped Concrete Patio
GILPIN'S FALLS PATTERN
This stamp is Gilpin's Falls with a Harvest Wheat base color and Walnut used as an accent color.
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Wood Plank Stamped Concrete Patio
WOOD PLANK PATTERN
This stamp is 12" Wood Plan with a Gull Gray base color and a Storm Gray used as an accent color.
STAMPED CONCRETE PATIO
This stamp is 12" Wood Plan with a Gull Gray base color and a Storm Gray used as an accent color.
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Colorado Flagsone Stamped Concrete Patio
COLORADO FLAGSTONE PATIO
This patio used an integral concrete color called ??? with a Cape Cod Gray accent color.
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Orchard Stone Stamped Concrete Patio
ORCHARD STONE PATTERN
This patio used an integral concrete color called Sunset Beige with a Russet accent color.
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Majestic Ashlar Stamped Concrete Patio
MAJESTIC ASHLAR PATTERN
This patio used the natural concrete color with a Cape Cod Gray accent color.
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Old Chicago Brick Stamped Concrete Walkway & Patio
OLD CHICAGO BRICK PATTERN
This patio used an integral concrete color called Coral Buff with a Brick Red accent color.
OPTION 2: Textures Using Concrete Stamps
Many homeowners like the look of large spans of texture for their concrete patio, rather than a repetitive pattern. With so many integral base colors and accent/antiquing colors, using a texture stamp for your patio allows you to customize your patio look to match your home decor or individual style. Below are the textured stamps that we offer at Gruttadaurio Masonry.
OPTION 3: Hand-Crafted Textured Surfaces
Broom Finish Concrete Patios
Contractors began creating broom finished surfaces on concrete as a practical matter—to give smooth concrete some traction so that surfaces wouldn’t get too slippery. But, the end result also had to be aesthetically pleasing. Broom finished concrete is still a go-to solution for homeowners who are looking for an affordable surface method for concrete patios, sidewalks, and especially concrete swimming pool decks. Brooming concrete is not that much different from sweeping the floor with a broom. Contractors skillfully push or pull a broom across the concrete while the concrete is still soft. The finished design will depend on how soon the brooming is done, the texture of the bristles, and how wet the concrete surface is.
Sponge Finish Concrete Patios
Other popular textured concrete surfaces that are also great for traction include a sponge finish. A sponge finish is basically what it sounds like. While the concrete is wet, a sponge is pressed into surface and the contractor artistically creates a pattern.
Exposed Aggregate Concrete Patios
Exposed aggregate concrete is another type of textured patio and pool deck finish. It is also a favorite of homeowners who have indoor swimming pools because it gives comfortable traction when water spills on concrete pool decks. When the concrete is wet, the top layer of cement paste is removed, which reveals the coarse decorate aggregate beneath. The exposed natural stones within the cement show their natural rich colors and offer superior traction. You can choose between fine aggregate and coarse aggregate finishes depending on the look you're trying to achieve. Check out our Blog article to learn more about using exposed aggregate for outdoor living spaces.
Hand-Crafted Concrete Textures Examples
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Broom Finish Concrete Patio
BROOM FINISHED TEXTURE
This broom finished patio uses Smoke as an integral base color and was sealed to protect the surface.
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Sponge Finish Concrete Patio
SPONGE FINISHED TEXTURE
This patio and adjacent pool deck with a natural boulder sitting wall. The surface was given a sponge texture and was sealed to protect it.
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Exposed Aggregate Concrete Patio & Pool Deck
EXPOSED AGGREGATE TEXTURE
An integral base color of Salt Marsh Gray was used on this pool deck and patio and was sealed after hardened.
BENEFITS of CONCRETE PATIOS
When it comes to choosing a material for your patio, pool deck, outdoor living area, or walkways, a concrete surface offers advantages that other materials cannot match – especially when it comes to strength, durability, and versatility of design. Consider the benefits of choosing concrete over other materials.
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Concrete Patios are Durable and Long-Lasting
Concrete surfaces can handle the constant exposure to the harsh weather conditions that we experience in the Rochester, NY, area during the winter months. A poured concrete patio is very durable and will last for many years if taken care of properly. Gruttadaurio Masonry adds reinforcing which makes our patios much strong. If you're having a hard time deciding whether or not to create a patio using stamped concrete vs. paver, our blog article is a must-read. And, to learn more benefits of choosing stamped concrete for your patio or pool deck, read this informative article.
Stamped Concrete Patios Offer Great Design Options
The number of concrete stamps, textures, and colors that are available means that you are unlimited in how many design options there are. It’s easy to create a customized patio that will perfectly match or complement your chosen color scheme for your garden or home. There are many colors that can be added to concrete base, whether you prefer a stamped concrete or traditional concrete finish. Let your creativity go wild by mixing and matching colors and patterns. Your new concrete patio can be created to look like natural stone, wood, brick, or other materials. And concrete can be formed to hug the perimeter of your yard or pool and create interesting and artistic curves and shapes.
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Concrete Patio Costs are Affordable
Concrete patios are a cost-effective design option than many other patio materials such as natural stone, individual pavers, or bricks from both a materials and installation standpoint. And if you opt for stamped concrete, the end result is much more affordable than using the actual materials it aims to mimic. You'll enjoy a high-end look at an affordable price.
Concrete Patios Have Low-Cost Easy Maintainance
Compared to other outdoor living area materials, concrete requires the least amount of maintenance. For example, pavers or bricks can shift over time and require re-leveling, replacing, and refilling of the joints between individual pieces to stop weeds from poking through. In contrast, other than an occasional cleaning from outdoor environmental elements and resealing periodically (every few years), concrete is one of the most low-maintenance patio you can choose.​
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