Pattern imprinted specialists
Imprinted Concrete Driveways Rotherham
Pattern imprinted concrete driveways across Rotherham, in a wide choice of colours and designs, backed by our 10-year workmanship guarantee.
- 5.0 Google rated
- Fully insured
- Local Rotherham team
- Free, no-obligation quotes
- Huge pattern choice Brick, tile and cobble designs, and more
- Kerb appeal A sealed sheen finish that stands out
- Low upkeep Brush or pressure wash, reseal every four years
How it’s made
Pattern Imprinted Concrete Rotherham
Imprinted concrete, often called stamped or pattern concrete, is another option in a growing choice of driveways, and it is easy to see why. It is a fairly low-maintenance choice, with a wide range of colours and patterns available.
Creating a patterned concrete driveway is reasonably straightforward. It starts in the same way as a normal concrete driveway, with concrete poured over an aggregate base deep enough to prevent movement. Your chosen colour is added, followed by a hardener, and before the concrete sets, your chosen pattern is pressed into it. There is a huge choice of patterns, and among the most popular are those that recreate older styles such as brickwork, paving tiles and cobbles.
Larger areas are usually poured in sections, with gaps left between them so the concrete can expand without cracking or splitting. Because the hardener seals the concrete, it is very water resistant, so rainwater run-off has to be planned for. That can mean installing extra drainage, which adds to the overall cost.
Kerb appeal
Why Choose Imprinted Concrete?
Without question, the main reason people choose an imprinted concrete driveway is the instant kerb appeal it gives a home or business. The hardener creates a sheen that really stands out to anyone walking or driving past. It often has a snowball effect: one household in a street installs an imprinted concrete driveway, it catches the neighbours’ eye, and they choose it for their own upgrade, having seen it up close rather than in a brochure or on a website.
With so many colours and stamp patterns to choose from, you can put your own “stamp” on your driveway and pick a look that reflects the style and period of your property. And unlike more traditional driveways, imprinted concrete needs little upkeep. Patterns ranging from irregular tiles to curved designs make it easy to follow the natural shape of your driveway if it curves through your front garden.
Costs
Imprinted Concrete Driveway Cost
Guide price
Around £160
per m² as a starting point for a small 40m² driveway, coming down for larger areas
As with all pricing, a number of factors affect each driveway, such as the slope and condition of the ground and access for delivering materials, all of which affect time, materials and labour. In general terms, though, with all things being equal, around £160 per m² gives a sensible starting point for a small 40m² imprinted concrete driveway, with the rate per m² coming down for larger driveways as some costs are spread over a bigger area.
That is more than plain concrete, because of the additional materials and processes that give the patterned sheen finish. Compared with paving or resin, the extra drainage needed for rainwater run-off also adds to the cost, because the surface is non-porous. But although it is one of the more expensive driveway choices, it remains a sound investment: high kerb appeal and low upkeep can both play a part when you come to sell your home. Your quote will depend on:
- The slope of the ground
- The condition of the ground
- Access for deliveries
- Drainage for rainwater run-off
Maintenance
Looking After Imprinted Concrete
Besides its looks and low maintenance, another key advantage of an imprinted concrete driveway is how easy it is to clean, by brushing or pressure washing. To keep its sheen, as well as cleaning it regularly, applying a solvent-based acrylic sealer every four years is excellent practice.
The only place weeds have a chance to take root is in the expansion gaps. Using a high-quality mastic sealant there dramatically reduces weeds or seeds settling in the gap, as long as you don’t let dirt build up in the joints for roots to take hold. Because the sealant comes in many colours, it is easy to find a good match for your stamped concrete driveway, so the joints stay discreet.
Other surfaces
Compare Other Driveway Options
Considering other finishes too? We can quote for more than one so you can compare them properly.
Concrete Driveways
Plain concrete, for drives that simply need to be tough.
Block Paving
A real block finish that can be repaired block by block.
Resin Driveways
Permeable, so no extra soakaway for rainwater.
Tarmac Driveways
A practical, budget-friendly drive, laid quickly.
Where we work
Imprinted Concrete Across Rotherham
We lay imprinted concrete driveways across Rotherham and the surrounding towns, including:
- Imprinted concrete in Brinsworth
- Imprinted concrete in Dinnington
- Imprinted concrete in Maltby
- Imprinted concrete in Mexborough
- Imprinted concrete in Rawmarsh
- Imprinted concrete in Swallownest
- Imprinted concrete in Swinton
- Imprinted concrete in Thorpe Hesley
- Imprinted concrete in Thurcroft
- Imprinted concrete in Treeton
- Imprinted concrete in Wath upon Dearne
- Imprinted concrete in Wickersley
Free quotes
Get a Free Imprinted Concrete Quote
Tell us the pattern and colour you have in mind, or call us to talk through the options.
FAQs
Pattern Imprinted Concrete Questions
Do you recommend imprinted concrete driveways?
If kerb appeal is high on your list, imprinted concrete is a strong choice: a huge range of patterns and colours, a sealed sheen finish and little upkeep. We don’t push any single surface, though. Budget and how you use your drive matter just as much, so we’ll go through the alternatives with you and help you settle on the right one.
Is imprinted concrete permeable?
No. The hardener seals imprinted concrete, which is what makes it so water resistant, so rain runs off rather than through it. To keep that water off the road and out of overloaded drains, which councils are keen to avoid, an imprinted drive usually needs extra drainage or a soakaway, and that adds to the overall cost.
Is pattern imprinted concrete a low-maintenance driveway?
Yes. Along with tarmac and resin, patterned concrete is one of the easiest driveways to keep clean: a brush or pressure wash keeps it looking good, and resealing about every four years protects its sheen. Keep the expansion joints clear of dirt so weeds can’t take root.
Can imprinted concrete be laid over an existing driveway?
It comes down to what lies beneath. Imprinted concrete needs a firm aggregate base deep enough to stop any movement, so we inspect the existing one first. Where it’s solid, it can often be made good and reused, saving you money; where it’s weak or missing, we dig out and lay a new base before the concrete goes in.
What are the main differences between a resin driveway and imprinted concrete?
Both are very low maintenance, and neither gives weeds or algae much chance to establish. The big difference is drainage: a resin bound driveway is permeable, while an imprinted concrete one is sealed, so it may need an additional soakaway for rainwater.
