Pattern Imprinted Concrete
Pattern Imprinted concrete can add real value to any home as well as offering a distinctive appearance. When properly installed and not aggravated by adverse weather conditions Patterned Concrete can provide the homeowner with lower maintenance costs over a long period of time.
However, many Pattern Imprinted Contractors and their sales agents declare that this type of surface is maintenance free. They often do not tell clients at time of installation that the driveway, path or patio will require resealing between every 2- 4 years. Unfortunately this is generally down to substandard service. Despite their claims, algae and lichens do colonise over the concrete giving your beautiful driveway that dirty look, weeds tend to grow within the crack control joints and the sealant will wear away, leaving that once attractive area looking discoloured, dull and in need of a little TLC.
Do i need my Imprinted Concrete Sealing?
Leading Manufacturers of Pattern Imprinted Concrete sealants such as PICs UK strongly recommend a trafficked area should be resealed every 2 -3 years or so, this will then help maintain both the colour appearance and the structural integrity of the concrete, without the correct sealant the concrete will lose colour and over time could even lead to a costly replacement of the area.
To find out more about the sealing process click on the graph below
