Stamped concrete, phase I of the dream...NEWBIE party started!
Coming along here, coming along!
Stamped concrete is an interesting process.
It is a lot cheaper than pavers or real stone, so we opted for that route.
Glad we did. It will give us room for a few other things we have been
dreaming of in the future.
If you recall this is was our outdoor area a few weeks ago...
I sure will not miss all that pinestraw...
This was the first step after the poured concrete.
They then throw this powder coating on, that oxidized the color. They take these rubber stamps and literally stamp them into the concrete. It is like a puzzle...
We love the color, the texture and the pattern!
Soon our fireplace will go on the surface, along with some other fun outdoor goodies,
furniture and decor..
I plan on bringing lots of color from the indoors out.
The total extra square footage is around 450 sq. ft. Certainly wonderful for outdoor entertaining.
I can't wait to show you phase II, soon.
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posted by Debbiedoos @ 8:47 AM
70 Comments:
Thanks for hosting another great party! And I LOVE your stamped concrete...totally envious! :)
Debbie, your patio looks fabulous!! Enjoy it.
Love the stamped concrete. That is our next project here. We are using a round head stone pattern for our stamp. Luckily my hubby can do it and has everything. Looks great Debbie, you made the right choice.
Debbie, that is so wonderful. That is the same thing we had done to the end of our driveway last year. Yes, much cheaper than pavers. You are going to really enjoy this area.
Is there such a thing as concrete envy? If so I totally have it! This is wonderful...can't wait to see what's next. Have a great week.
Debbie, your backyard is coming along beautifully!!! This really has added to your square footage. We have cut concrete sidewalks, but I love the texture your new space has!!!
It looks gorgeous, yes I have concrete envy too! Thanks for sharing your wonderful outdoor space!
Debbie
The stamped concrete is coming along so beautifully and I love the color and pattern... we have a similar one is our front yard and I love it!Thanks for having us each week. Have a wonderful week and good luck with your outdoor space. Can't wait to see when it's all finished.~Poppy
http://withadashofcolor.blogspot.com/
Your patio looks great. I have always wanted an area like that. It would be great for get togethers. I bet you are going to use it quite a bit. Happy rest of your Sunday.
Danielle
Beautiful, love the color, ok where is that fireplace at now? Is that phase duex?
It is coming along for sure! Go Debbie, Go!
Liesl :)
Hi Debbie,
I've decided I am not a party kind of girl. I tried to post #6 and #7would be mine. But they take you to my sight as a whole and not just the post. Please feel free to Delete!!!!!!
Maybe later . . .thanks,
Chlvie
I just love it! Our neighbor did the same thing and it is beautiful and easy to maintain. Looking forward to seeing the second phase. I'll come over for some outdoor parties!!
Beautiful Debbie!! I can't wait to see more! We did stamped concrete on our pool deck and on our front walk and we couldn't be happier! Another great thing about stamped concrete vs. pavers NO WEEDS coming thru! Martina
Looks fabulous! You're going to really enjoy this space.
xo
Pat
It it so beautiful, and I love the circular shape of your new patio!
What a difference! Can't wait for phase II. Thanks for hosting Debbie.
That looks amazing! You are a busy bee these days, what an awesome space that will be to relax with a cocktail:)
It's looking good Debbie! Can't wait to see the rest!
Love that space. I have mine screened in now and just need to add myself an outdoor kitchen. We are saving our pennies.
This is such a great idea! We have a courtyard at our home in Florida and this may be a good solution for changing it from flat concrete! ♥
That looks so amazing! You are going to love that area even more.
OH Debbie it's look so good... so much more room... have a good evening
Wow. Debbie, that looks great. Can't imagine what else you have planned, because it looks so good right now.
Wow I love it!! Looks incredible Debbie!
Debbie!! That is looking awesome!!! What a big difference! I will tell you to be careful when it is wet. Several of our neighbors in Michigan had the stamped concrete and we watched many a child slip and fall when it was wet so just be careful! I can't wait to see all that you will do out there! It will be a colorful dream, I am sure!
I had never heard of stamped concrete until this very moment and now I MUST HAVE SOME! It looks soooo nice. So your patio warming party is when? :)
I love your concrete stamp! I didn't know about this, I guess I learned sothing tonight! Thank you for hosting and have a great week.
FABBY
Wow! Debbie- I love that stamp and staining... can't wait to see what else you do out there. It is going to look fabulous!
Pat
Debbie it looks fabulous! I sure would not hesitate to use stamped concrete now that I have seen it, I could kick myself for doing pavers on my patio!! This looks great! and no weeds growing between the bricks!
Carol
Thanks so much for hosting! I'm your newest follower!
This is such a great idea, Debbie! It will make the space even more of an outdoor room!
Nothing like a great outdoor area for happy days and your looks really great now. Love those comfy recliners! I hope you enjoy this space to the max.
Veronica
www.tasselsandtwigs.blogspot.com
I love the look of the stamped concrete! I never knew about it until this weekend. I watched a show on DIY and they had stamped concrete! It looks great!
Beautiful! I love the look of stamped concrete. I know you are loving it!
Your stamped concrete patio looks amazing! Can't wait to see phase II.
aww,, this looks so nice, you know , I liked it before but now it looks even better,, it was more rustic before and now its like more city fied,, (is that word????)
Congratulations on your new space! I hope you enjoy many hours relaxing there:) Thank you for the newbie party. I have added your button to my blog.
Ooh..the stamped concrete is great!!! Love it. can't wait to see the finished deck area, it will look fabulous! Another "room" to decorate so to speak. I love all our outside areas, favorite spots for the summer months for sure!
It looks fabulous!!!!! WOW!!! You are gonna LOOOOVE this! Can't wait to see Phase 2! XO, Pinky
Great job on the concrete, looks fab! I love the fencepost bench, did you make that also? Have plans? =)
I love that your neighbors let your children play in their driveway, great neighbors.
I love your back patio! I have always thought stamped concrete looks nice. Thanks for hosting the newbie party again!
Wow! I love the stamped concrete! I'm gonna have to "pin" that! I know y'all are going to enjoy your new improved space!
Debbie, The patio looks wonderful! I'll be checking back for phase 2.
xo,
Sherry
Beautiful! They did a fabulous job, can't wait to see what you do next!
Heather
Love the stamped concrete! Can't wait to see phase 2.
Talk about a GORGEOUS backyard. I don't think I'd go inside. e.v.e.r.
Your patio is going to be amazing, can't wait to see phase two. The color you picked is just awesome!
Patti
Thanks for hosting! I was excited to come back this week!
The stamped concrete looks wonderful! You must be getting more excited every day.
It is already looking fab! I can't wait to see how you furnish your new outside room. Hugs, Ginger
Wow Debbie, it looks soo nice! Thanks for hosting. : )
Goodness Debbie!! Your new concrete looks like $$$$'s! I love the richess of it!! (I know you don't want to hear this, but i miss pine straw...we don't have any where I live now!)
Donna
Well, Mr. Linky doesn't like me today. Took about 6 tries to get a thumbnail up. Oh well, it finally happened. Today I bring Homemade Cookie Mix. Just the thing to have in your kitchen with back to school and all. Thanks for hosting. Love this party-get to see things beside recipes.
Stunning, truly stunnig. Can't wait to see all your goodies added to. All ready for a fall fire. Way too busy around here to post. I think I have to find a new helper, mine was a no-show last week and the time before. Boy, do I hate all this manual labor here cleaning today. Off to bop around.
LOVE stamped concrete, Debbie! This looks awesome ... you guys must be thrilled! I see many Fall parties around the firepit going on out here ... congrats!
Debbie, YOur patio is just gorgeous! I love the stamped pattern. And your setting is a true dream come true!
Yvonne
Looks awesome! Can't wait to see Phase II!
Thanks everyone..we are very excited about this project. It has been a long time coming. Years actually, but you know some things you just have to save for, and this has been the one.
The stamped concrete really looks awesome. Congrats. Can't wait to see phase II.
OH Debbie...this looks fabulous! I would love to have a space like that! You are going to love it!
Spacious and greenery private BBQ site. Love the concrete look.
We tossed this idea back and forth, but with our weather, decided that pavers were the way to go. Isn't it amazing what we live with before we take the plunge and do something about it? I'll be living in a state of MESS for another month or so until our project is done. But it should turn out great. Just like yours will, as well. :-)
Oh, these pictures make me wish it was the weekend already. :) Sweet blog. So much happening here. Have a lovely day ~ Alexandra
Thanks for stopping by - you are such a sweetie for the invite! I have been checking out some of the newbie blogs though. There is so much interesting stuff out there in blogland! Enjoy your day!
-Shelley
Patio came out GREAT, I really love the stamped concrete. We're getting estimates now on a patio for the yard. Can't wait until it's done. My yard is huge and we never did anything with it in the 10 yrs we've lived here. It's time! Can't wait to see how you decorate yours.
Marianne :)
Wow, Debbie, the stamped concrete looks really nice! I think I like it better than pavers as there are no seesm to allow weeds to grow in the middle. I know you'll really enjoy this area now!
Hugs,
Pat
Thanks so much for hosting the Newbie Party. You have really helped my blog grow. I am at 99 followers today!
Wow, your stamped concrete looks amazing! I am going to show my husband...we've been tossing around a few ideas for our patio that is in dire need of some help!
Love your new cement patio! The coloring turned out great! It wil last for so long and won't need maintenance like a deck!
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