There are many decorative treatments for freshly placed concrete, including pattern stamping, exposed aggregate, and textured finishes.

But how can you give existing plain-gray concrete driveway, sidewalk, or patio a decorative flair without starting over?

One answer is adding color or stamping. Pavement textures can be created using special tools and equipment to cut patterns and designs into existing concrete. Unlike toppings or overlays, adding color or stamping is a permanent treatment that won’t wear away or lose bond because the patterns are carved into the existing concrete rather than applied on top of it. When concrete is further enhanced by staining, the decorative possibilities can be truly spectacular.