Stairs are an important part of any home's design and can make or break it. If you want to go from plain old concrete steps into something that is both dramatic, yet practical for their location in your front entranceway then decorative ones might just do the trick. You could also take this same idea one step further by adding modern walkways with landings which will give even more beauty when walking past them on daily basis.
Whether you are looking for a traditional or modern design, concrete steps can be the perfect way to make your home stand out. Concrete stairs and walkways would work well in any exterior decor style while precast concrete patio sets offer even more customization options that allow homeowners greater creative freedom when it comes time for finishing off their property with something truly unique.
Concrete Stair Designs
Front steps are an important part of the look and feel for any home. But, not all front doorstep designs are created equal; if you're looking to make your entrance unique then try one these five creative concrete stairway designs that will give it some flair:
Add Some Colour
Incorporating a variety of colors into your concrete will transform it from an average building material to one that stands out. Integral color, staining techniques or dry-shake hardener with stamps for unique patterns and marble effects can all be used on top of each other to create beautiful designs.
Stamped Concrete Designs
Whether you're looking for stamped concrete, brick or just a simple border- there's something out there that will work perfectly. The best part about stamping mats is how they mimic their material and produce amazing results without any further finishing required.
Exposed Aggregate
Exposed aggregate is an affordable and versatile way to achieve unique effects in your outdoor space. With many types of decorative aggregates available, you can create endless color variations for an artistic look that will be one of a kind.
Exposed aggregate stairways are both fashionable and functional. They're designed for people who want a durable surface that can withstand foot traffic, weather or even wear over time.
Edges That Are Rounded
With the rise of curved steps, architects are able to create a variety far beyond what they could with 90-degree edges. These foam liners adhere inside formwork and bend into various shapes that can be used for either indoor or outdoor spaces--curvilinear designs will never go out fashion.
Walkways and Stairs
With a little creativity and originality, you can have the perfect walkway for your home. Decorative concrete is an excellent way to create this type of architectural feature because it has natural edges that are low maintenance as well. A stamped or stained stairway will transition from one elevation level into another with coordinating colors and patterns applied throughout - making them unique. For those seeking even greater impact by combining these features in various ways amongst others, consider adding some custom decorative panels made just right using our wide variety of available options like stamping designs.
With all of the options for adding color and design to concrete stairs, you can make them stand out. Oshawa Custom Concrete is even developing methods that match their exterior flatwork with dry-shake hardener stains so it will be more interesting. You don't need any special tools because these techniques have become doable through basic equipment - giving us greater possibilities in terms of how our homes look from bottom up as well aesthetically speaking too.
