How Much Does A Stamped Concrete Patio Cost?
Stamped Concrete Patio Prices
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Stamped concrete, sometimes referred to as decorative concrete, is a type of concrete that is made to look like other building materials such as, slate, brick, stone, tile or wood. This effect is attained by adding color to the concrete and stamping a pattern onto it.
Typical costs:
Stamped concrete is more expensive than regular concrete and thus stamped concrete patios cost more to install than a regular concrete patio.
Stamped concrete patio pricing begins at about $10 per square foot installed for a design that has one color and one pattern.
An intermediate cost is $15 per square foot for two or three colors and two decorative effects such as a contrasting border.
Your stamped concrete patio cost could be as much as $20 per square foot or more for a design that incorporates artistic techniques, multiple colors and hand-finished details such as applying concrete stain to individual squares.
More detailed estimates include one customer from North Carolina who paid $6000 for a 16x 20 foot stamped concrete patio. Another customer in Rhode Island paid $12 per square foot.
A construction company in Pennsylvania states that the average cost of a stamped concrete patio in 2008 was about $7000.
The national average, per square yard installed, is approximately $100.
What’s included:
For an overview of stamped concrete designs and patterns, visit ConcreteNetwork.com.
For a look specifically at finished, stamped concrete patios, check out the Concrete Forever website.
It is generally recommended to leave stamped concrete installation to a professional, as the process can be quite complicated. However, experienced handymen wanting to save money with do it yourself stamped concrete can watch this video as a starting point.
Shopping for a stamped concrete patio:
Get several estimates from contractors and always ask to see examples of past work. If possible, visit job sites in person and speak to the homeowner about their satisfaction with the job.
To purchase concrete stamps, visit the website of The Concrete Supply House or your local home improvement store.
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