The finish is the part you live with
Concrete Finishes
Every job on this site can be finished four different ways. The concrete underneath is much the same; the surface is what changes the look, the grip underfoot, the cleaning and the price.
Here is the honest comparison.
Which finish suits which job
Compare the four
Exposed Aggregate
Stone washed back to the surface. Textured, grippy, and the most popular driveway finish in Melbourne.
Coloured Concrete
Oxide through the mix, so the colour goes all the way down.
Power Trowel & Copter
Machine-trowelled to a hard, dense, smooth surface. Made for sheds and garages.
Plain Premix
Brushed or steel finish. Hard-wearing, and the best value per square metre.
Grip, cost and where each one belongs
At a glance
| Finish | Best for | Grip | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exposed Aggregate | Driveways, pool surrounds, patios | High — textured stone | Higher |
| Coloured Concrete | Driveways, patios, paths | Depends on the surface finish | Mid to high |
| Power Trowel & Copter | Shed slabs, garages, workshops — inside | Low — smooth by design | Mid |
| Plain Premix | Paths, fence strips, anywhere practical | Good with a brushed finish | Lowest |
We will price it two or three ways
Still deciding?
Bring us the area and you can see what the finish is actually costing you.
