The patio area is formed to the desired shape. The forms are placed on a firmly compacted base of crushed stone or a dense- packed material (consisting of recycled concrete and stone dust).

For this example we are using an integral color. We also use the dry-shake or color hardener process depending on client specifications. Click here for more information about coloring options.

Here we are adding the specified amount of color per yard into the concrete truck as premeasured. We will then thoroughly mix up the truck.

Here we are floating the surface of the concrete and working in the color hardener when used.when the surface is properly closed up, we are almost ready to stamp.

We are now broadcasting our release agent. The release agent acts as barrier between the concrete and the stamps.

The release agent is also pigmented and will add the secondary antiquing or highlight color to your patio stones.

Shown here is the Ashlar Slate pattern. The stamps are layed out and then skillfully tamped in the surface area.

We will allow the concrete to harden up for at least 24 hours before returning to detail.

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We have arrived back to the job and now begin washing off the excess release agent,leaving enough to accent your joint lines and achieving an antique appearance.

After the surface is completely dry and free of moisture, we apply two coats a high-solids acrylic solvent based sealer. This can be either sprayed on with a sprayer or rolled on.

What you have as a result is a aesthetically beautiful surface that anyone would be proud to own.