The appearance of the concrete surfaces in your yard can really make a great addition and visual improvement to your property. And using a decorative concrete feature like stamped concrete is a popular way to boost the quality and appearance of your concrete surfaces. Here are some recommendations that you can use and install in your landscape and concrete to help the appearance and the quality of its condition and long-lasting ability.

Use a Stamped Concrete Finish

When you want to install a new concrete surface in your yard, installing a plain concrete slab is a good option, but you can improve it with a few changes. When you have the option to add a stamped concrete surface, you can provide the surface a new appearance and make it look like, for example, brick pavers or stones set in a decorative formation. Stamped concrete can be stained to be another color to mimic the look of brick or stone and upgrade the color of just a traditional grey concrete. 

A stamped concrete surface in your landscaping not only looks better and is an upgrade to a concrete surface, but it will also last longer than a traditional plain concrete surface. The reason for this is that stamped concrete that has been tinted will contain additional color hardener for the tint to the concrete. And when you seal the stamped concrete, this will finish the surface look with a smooth surface and visual shine and also help it last longer against the elements. Just remember to reapply the sealant every few years when it begins to wear off.

Clean Your Concrete

In addition to adding a stamped concrete finish and applying a new sealant every few years, you need to take some more regular maintenance to keep the surface protected. Stamped concrete finish can become eroded away from damage by surface soil and debris. Leaves, dirt, rocks, and other particles that may find their way onto your finished concrete will cause the surface to become scratched and degrade over time.

To prevent this type of damage, be sure you clean your concrete when it becomes covered in debris. Use a push broom to remove the dirt and lawn clippings each week after you mow, or use the cleaning power of a pressure washer. Just be sure you don't use a nozzle tip with a harsh spray pattern, as it can remove the finish from your concrete. However, if your stamped concrete does not have a sealant, use the high-pressure nozzle tip to remove stains, mold, and oils from the concrete to keep it protected.

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