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Beautiful, Strong and Compelling Concrete: Ideas, Tips and More

Welcome to my blog. My name is Anita. As a stay-at-home mum, I do whatever I can to offset our family's bills. Of course, that includes doing a lot of cooking and baking from scratch, but it also includes making sure our concrete is well maintained and laying patios, pathways and landscaping borders by myself. I feel like most mums (and even many stay-at-home dads) focus more on cooking and cleaning than outdoor maintenance. There could be a range of reasons for that fact, but in many cases, people may just feel intimidated when they think about concrete slabs, concrete blocks and other types of concrete. To inspire you and to help you, I decided to create this blog. Enjoy!

How To Incorporate Concrete Pavers Into Your Landscape

Posted on November 6, 2023

When it comes to enhancing the aesthetics and functionality of your outdoor space, concrete pavers can be a game-changer. Not only do they provide a durable and long-lasting solution, but they also offer endless design possibilities. If you're considering adding concrete pavers to your landscape, here are some key tips and ideas to help you get started. Plan and Design Before diving into any project, it's essential to have a well-thought-out plan and design in place. [Read More]

Stamped Concrete Driveway Options For Different Home Styles

Posted on December 27, 2022

If you want to install a stamped concrete driveway on your property, you can customise it to improve the kerb view and harmonise with your house, regardless of its architectural style. Here are several options. Traditional Homes For a traditional home, the contractors can treat the concrete driveway to mimic bricks or cobblestones. To create the lines and patterns of this paving, they press moulded stamps into the cement before it completely hardens. [Read More]

Four Ways Residential Concrete Landscaping Professionals Can Update Your Yard

Posted on July 11, 2022

Concrete is one of the most popular materials for residential landscaping. It's durable and versatile and can be used for a variety of applications. Whether you're building a new home or simply updating your backyard, concrete is an excellent choice for your landscaping needs. Here are four ways residential concrete landscape professionals can update your yard: 1. Residential Concrete Landscaping Professionals Can Install Patio Slabs A patio slab is an easy way to add a functional and aesthetic feature to your yard. [Read More]

Decorative Concrete Possibilities for Your Backyard Pathways

Posted on February 14, 2022

Walkways in your backyard may take you from one point to another, so they need to be practical. But you can also make them decorative. If your yard doesn't have a patio or pool deck paving, jazzing up the pathways will bring beauty to the space. Here are several ways to update plain grey paths using decorative concrete. Stamped Concrete Stamped concrete can mimic many substances, such as stone or timber. [Read More]