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Aggregate concrete patio increases usability of garden area

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

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...
Broom finished concrete vs. exposed aggregate concrete

Broom finished concrete vs. exposed aggregate concrete

Aggregate Concrete, Concrete Patios, Concrete Sidewalks, Residential Concrete

When we meet with businesses and homeowners to discuss options available for concrete driveways, sidewalks, paths and retaining walls, they are often surprised at the options available. Concrete has come a long way from the days of only having one color and texture to...
Maintenance tips for concrete

Maintenance tips for concrete

Aggregate Concrete, Concrete Maintenance, Residential Concrete

Northwest Washington homeowners are often plagued with a common concrete maintenance issue this time of the year.  We affectionately refer to it as “grungy concrete.” Image:  Build-up of dirt, mildew, pine needles and more The grungy build-up comes from exposure to...
Concrete hardscapes for hillside homes

Concrete hardscapes for hillside homes

Aggregate Concrete, Concrete Patios, Concrete Retaining Walls, Concrete Sidewalks, Decorative Concrete

Homeowners dealing with sloped, hillside properties often struggle to make their property work for outdoor entertaining.  Their home may be situated on a hill to take advantage of views but the topography of the land makes it challenging to create level areas for...
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