concrete finishes types
A Guide to Concrete Finishes. Concrete is another material where I get frequent questions from clients asking about the range or choices for concrete finishes. The different types of concrete finishes come from different manipulations to the concrete surface and color. Here is a brief rundown of common finish types: Exposed or Washed Concrete: The concrete (it can be colored or gray) is finished and typically treated with a surface agent. Once the concrete has had a sufficient chance to dry, the top layer of concrete is washed off to reveal the aggregate (sand & gravel).
Stains and dyes are used to brighten up basic gray concrete finishes. They consist of powdered or liquid additives that can be mixed in with the wet concrete or applied to the finished surface. Staining can be used to give concrete a highly textured look or to mimic the look of marble and other types of stone.