Driveways

Concrete is by far one of the most popular and sought out materials for driveways here in Calgary. The benefit of concrete and why it is so widely used is that it is durable and can withstand long term wear. Concrete driveways are low maintenance but undeniably strong, making them very appealing for most homeowners. Nonetheless, what many people don’t know is the life and integrity of your concrete driveway depends on how it is poured and installed onto your driveway space. When done correctly, a concrete driveway will increase the value of your home and up your curb appeal. You don’t have to settle for flat, white concrete; explore some of the stunning concrete driveway options we offer here at Impact Concrete.

Stamped concrete is becoming more and more popular for driveways today because of the undeniable aesthetic appeal they bring to your outdoor space while still maintain the integrity of regular poured concrete. Stamped concrete is exactly as it sounds, it is concrete that has been “stamped” with a pattern or design to give it a specific textured appearance. Sometimes the stamps are designed to make the concrete look like other materials such as brick or stone, and at other times the stamps have beautiful intricate designs carved into them to give the driveway an artistic flare. Concrete is an effective and durable material, that will give you more long time wear than other driveway materials such as brick and stone. It is versatile, and easy to clean and maintain.

Exposed concrete is another stunning driveway option that can give your driveway a rustic, high end look, without breaking the bank. Exposed aggregate concrete is coarse, textured concrete that is durable and skid resistant. Exposed aggregate concrete is easy to maintain and weather durable. At Impact Concrete we love laying exposed aggregate concrete because its beauty is versatile and it can be an appealing driveway on its own or matched with a variety of other materials or designs, such as stamped concrete. Exposed aggregate concrete comes in a variety of texture and color palettes – our experts would be happy to discuss with you about what options would be best suited for your driveway.

Broom finished concrete driveways are a very traditional concrete driveway option. Broom finish offers texture to your driveway, promoting high traction and protection against conditions such rain, snow and ice. A professionally performed broom finish is an artistic task, for the perfect finish the broom must be run from side to side in continuous steady movement. Broom finished concrete is a great clean and classic concrete driveway option for any home.