Finishes and pool decks · Kyle, Buda, San Marcos
Stamped concrete in Kyle, TX. The look of stone, on a slab built to last.
Decorative, colored, and textured concrete with stone, brick, or wood patterns, fiber-reinforced and properly jointed for Central Texas heat. Includes stained and colored finishes that elevate standard slabs.
Every patio we pour falls away from your slab, so rain leaves the back door and heads for the yard, a swale or a drain.
Stamped Concrete
What it is. And when it's the right call.
Stamped concrete gives you the look of flagstone, brick or wood planks at the cost and durability of a poured slab. It is the most requested upgrade on patios and pool decks in Kyle, Buda and San Marcos.
The pattern is only as good as the slab under it. A stamped patio gets the same base, slope and reinforcement as any patio we build, with fiber in the mix and joints placed so they hide in the pattern.
Stamped or stained concrete fits when
- You want a patio that looks like stone without the cost of stone
- You are rebuilding a plain builder patio and want it to feel finished
- You want the patio, walkway and pool deck to match
- Your HOA prefers a natural stone look
Step by step
How stamped concrete is made. Color, pattern and timing.
Every step below happens on every job. The base and the slope are never the place to save money.
- 1
Build the slab right
Same base, slope, reinforcement and expansion joint as any patio we pour. Fiber goes into the mix.
- 2
Add the base color
Color is mixed into the concrete or broadcast onto the surface while it is fresh.
- 3
Release and stamp
A release agent adds a second, darker tone. Then the crew presses the pattern mats in while the concrete is at the right stage.
- 4
Cut joints in the pattern
Control joints are placed along grout lines so they disappear into the design.
- 5
Wash and seal
After curing, the surface is cleaned and sealed to deepen the color and protect it.
In real life
What those steps look like on a real stamped and stained job.
Photos are from real projects by our contractor partner. Locations are not shown.
Cutaway
What's under a patio that lasts. Base, fabric, slab, slope.
Options
Patterns and color. Pick the look, we match the slab to it.
Ashlar stone
Cut stone in mixed rectangles. The most popular pattern for patios.
Flagstone and slate
Irregular natural stone shapes with a textured surface.
Brick and cobble
Running bond, herringbone or basketweave. Good for borders and walkways.
Wood plank
Board texture for a deck look that will not rot or splinter.
Stain and integral color
Earth tones, tans and grays that stand up to Texas sun.
Pricing
What affects the price of stamped concrete
Stamped concrete costs more than broom finish because of the color, pattern work and sealing. You get a range in writing after the assessment.
- Size of the area
- Pattern choice and whether there is a border
- Number of colors
- Base and site prep
- Sealer
- Tear-out of an existing slab, if any
Local conditions
Stamped concrete in the Texas heat
Stamping is a race against the clock, and a 100-degree afternoon makes that race shorter. We pour stamped work early in the day and size the crew to the job so the pattern goes in at the right time.
Dark colors get hot under bare feet in July. For pool decks and uncovered patios we usually recommend lighter tones, and a sealer that keeps the surface from getting slick.
Service areas
Stamped and stained near you. Kyle, Buda and San Marcos.
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FAQ
Stamped Concrete: your questions.
Don't see yours? Call or text (512) 555-0100 and ask.
Is stamped concrete slippery?
Sealed concrete can be slicker than broom finish. We can add an anti-slip additive to the sealer, which we recommend around pools and on steps.
Does stamped concrete need resealing?
Yes. Resealing every few years keeps the color rich and protects the surface. We will tell you what to expect for your finish.
Stamped concrete or pavers?
Both can look great. Stamped concrete is one continuous slab with fewer joints to weed. Pavers can be lifted and reset if the ground moves. We can talk through both at the assessment.
Most stamped projects in Kyle start as a patio rebuild. Ask about doing both at once.
Book a patio assessmentOther services
Everything concrete, patios first.
Concrete Patio Construction
Poured concrete patios with integrated drainage pitch and finish options from broom to exposed aggregate.
See patio constructionPatio Tear-Out and Rebuild
Removal of a cracked, sloped, or undersized patio and a new one built larger, level, and draining away from the house.
See tear-out and rebuildConcrete Pool Decks
Anti-slip pool deck surfaces in stamped, brushed, or exposed aggregate finish, designed to drain away from the pool edge.
See pool decksConcrete Driveway Installation
New driveways built on compacted base with proper reinforcement and pitch so water drains away from the garage.
See drivewaysConcrete Repair
Crack repair, section replacement, and leveling for driveways, sidewalks, patios, and steps.
See repairConcrete Walkways
Broom finish, stamped, and exposed aggregate walkways poured on a compacted base with control joints.
See walkwaysReady when you are
Your back yard, finished.
Tell us what you want out back. We'll walk the yard, check the water and the ground, and give you a layout and a range you can plan around.