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Design, function benefits of exposed aggregate

As stamped concrete has become increasingly popular, one older concrete technique has become less common — though it’s as beautiful and useful as ever. While stained and stamped concrete are excellent options for many applications, exposed aggregate is a...

Decorative concrete ideas: Six ways to spice up your next concrete project

Aggregate Concrete, Concrete Driveways, Concrete Floors, Concrete Patios, Decorative Concrete, Pervious Concrete, Residential Concrete

Concrete has been around for what seems like eons, and it’s as functional and durable today as ever. That doesn’t mean it has become boring, though. Consider these six ways to add visual appeal to your next concrete project. Stamped concrete: For the beauty of a paved...

Tools of the trade: concrete finishers

Aggregate Concrete, Commercial Concrete, Concrete Driveways, Concrete Floors, Concrete Foundations, Concrete Patios, Concrete Sidewalks, Decorative Concrete, Residential Concrete

If you have any familiarity with concrete, the steps might seem pretty simple: dump some concrete mix into a bucket, splash in the right amount of water, stir it up and pour it into the hole or mold. It might sound simple, but properly laying concrete is much more...

Cast concrete vs. stacked stone retaining walls

Aggregate Concrete, Concrete Retaining Walls, Residential Concrete

This concrete retaining wall in Bellingham uses exposed aggregate concrete for a different look. Do you live on a hilly or sloped property? Undulating lots certainly are common in Whatcom County. One way to regain yard space for playing, relaxing, parking or many...

Aggregate concrete patio increases usability of garden area

Aggregate Concrete, Concrete Patios, Concrete Sidewalks, Residential Concrete

Custom Concrete Contracting recently completed a residential aggregate patio project located in the South Hill neighborhood of Bellingham. While the home was fairly new construction, built within the last few years, the homeowners wanted to make areas behind the house...

Using decorative concrete to expand outdoor living areas

Aggregate Concrete, Concrete Patios, Decorative Concrete, Residential Concrete

Q: What’s green and grey and walked all over? A: It might be surprising but the answer is concrete. That’s right, concrete is a timeless “green” (or eco-friendly) building material. Concrete has long been an environmentally-friendly choice for...