Artistic Concrete

Artistic Concrete
Nathan Gregory
East Providence, RI 02915

ph: 401-255-9856
fax: 401-654-5374

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Artistic Concrete  has been a family owned and operated business for over eighteen years. We started out doing foundations and then gradually switched over to strictly Decorative Stamped Concrete. We service Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts. We pride ourselves on our craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.  When quality counts call on Artistic Concrete for your next concrete project.

DECORATIVE STAMPED CONCRETE

Decorative Stamped Concrete traces its roots to the early 1970’s, has grown in popularity in the last five to ten years. When correctly installed, it can closely resemble the colors, texture, and overall look of natural stone, wood, tile, brick, and many other patterns. In most cases the work is so good that the untrained eye cannot tell the difference. However, because Decorative Stamped Concrete maintains the strength and durability of concrete, it last longer, looks better, requires less maintenance, and costs considerably less than the material it imitates. In some cases stamped concrete can be applied over an existing concrete surface.

 

DECORATIVE STAMPED CONCRETE

Decorative Stamped Concrete traces its roots to the early 1970’s, has grown in popularity in the last five to ten years. When correctly installed, it can closely resemble the colors, texture, and overall look of natural stone, wood, tile, brick, and many other patterns. In most cases the work is so good that the untrained eye cannot tell the difference. However, because Decorative Stamped Concrete maintains the strength and durability of concrete, it last longer, looks better, requires less maintenance, and costs considerably less than the material it imitates. In some cases stamped concrete can be applied over an existing concrete surface.

 


F.A.Q. - Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What type of patterns do you carry?
A. We carry the most popular stamps: ashlar slate, cobblestone, seamless slate, random stone, tile, wood planks and brick. We also offer a variety of borders.

Q. Do you offer free estimates?
A. Yes, all estimates are free. We also offer free design help.

Q. Which is better wire mesh or re bar?
A. Wire mesh is the minimum for reinforcement. Re bar is far superior to the wire mesh. Wire mesh will not prevent cracking or heaving whereas the re bar does both. Our price includes 1/2in re bar or we can step up the size of the re bar to 5/8in for a small fee. How strong do you want to go?

Q. Is there a different price for different patterns?
A. No, it is not the pattern that will affect the price but colors. The colors vary in price.

Q. What kind of maintenance is necessary?
A. There exists two different maintenance plans depending on your desires. The first and easiest, is absolutely no maintenance at all. No maintenance is required to keep the strength of the concrete at its highest. In addition, not maintaining the Stamped Concrete will result in a natural aging of colors that some people find desirable. It must be noted, however that stamped concrete has the wonderful attribute of appearing perfectly brand new after a reseal. In fact , in our experience, Stamped Concrete looks even better after a reseal than the originally installed. Artistic Concrete therefore recommends a reseal once every 2-4 years to reinvigorate the colors to a level of beauty that even surpasses that of the original installation.

Q. How will my stamped concrete hold up in the winter months?
A. Stamped Concrete can be found in all climates and weather conditions. The durability of this product allows it to endure the coldest and snowiest of winters. You can shovel, plow and snow blow your Stamped Concrete.

Q. How will you color my stamped concrete?
A. We use an int regal mix, when the concrete shows up on site we take the bags of your choice color and throw them directly in the mixer. Doing the color this way is the leading method and ensures that whatever color you choose will be solid all the way through your Stamped Concrete. Not just sprinkled on top.

Q. Will my color ever fade?
A. Your color will never fade. Over time, it might appear to look as if it is because the sealer is breaking down. As soon as you seal it, again the color comes back just like it was on day one. The sealer really is the key to keep your concrete looking spectacular from year to year.

Q. Will my concrete stain?
A. Not as long as you maintain you are sealer.

Q. How long will my project take?
A. Typically:

  • 500sq ft ~ 1-3 days
  • 1000sq ft~ 3-4 days
  • 2000sq ft~ 4-6 days
  • 5000sq ft~ week

These numbers reflect averages based on previous jobs. They can change based upon the complexity of your project.

Q.
How thick is my concrete?
A.
Depending on the application but normally 4 inches.

Q. Do you have insurance?
A.
We carry more insurance than what the state requires. We carry the following:

  • each occurrence 1 million
  • damage to rented premises half million
  • personal and adv injury 1 million
  • general aggregate 2 million
  • products comp op aggregate 2 million

Q. How experienced is the crew?
A.
Artistic Concrete is proud to have the most capable and competent stamped crew in the area. Stamped Concrete is not something we offer on the side it's all we do.

Q.
Is it slippery when wet?
A.
An anti-slip treatment is available as part of Artistic Concrete's Stamped Concrete process. This application allows free travel over the floor or walkway even when wet. Anti-slip treatment is applied upon the customer's request.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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CONCRETE INSTALLATION PROCESS

If the existing concrete must be removed, it is broken up and hauled away. Next we install temporary plastic forms as specified in the layout. Then, to create a more solid slab we install the rebar. The end use of the slab determines the thickness and rebar spacing. Once the forms and rebar are in place, the concrete arrives and is placed into the forms. If the concrete is traditional broomed concrete, the top is smoothed and a broom is used to give the surface a brushed look, then control joints are cut. The concrete hardens inside the forms. The process for Stamped Concrete is the same until the point of pouring. If you chose a color it is added to the concrete inside the truck and then mixed for about ten minutes or until the color is evenly distributed. After the concrete is poured into the forms, we float and smooth out the concrete. Next, right before we start our stamping process we spray a release agent directly onto the concrete. This allows the stamping mats to stay clean of concrete and allow a detailed imprint. After we are done stamping we then spray a charcoal color as a secondary to give you an even more natural two-tone effect. We then come back the following day to strip our plastic forms and to prep the surface for sealer. After the sealer is applied, you can usually walk on and use your Stamped Concrete just a couple of days later, with the exception of driveways, which take about six to ten days to drive your vehicle onto the surface.

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Artistic Concrete
Nathan Gregory
East Providence, RI 02915

ph: 401-255-9856
fax: 401-654-5374