Decorative concrete, concrete countertops, outdoor living spaces, and horse pools.
Ready to design your custom patio, driveway, walkway or pool deck but aren’t sure what surface fits your style best? Come visit the outdoor showroom at our office! Poured and stamped all around our office so you can get the real effect of our pattern options. See for yourself, walk on it, feel it and get the true experience in person to help create the perfect concrete surface for you.
Stop by: 118 South Cameron Street, Winchester, VA 22601
Commercial or Residential, we can complete your concrete needs. Basic or elaborate, there’s no task too big or too small.
Not sure if what you had in mind will work? We’ll stop by for a free consult, talk it through and discuss the best options with you.
We invite you to please join us Apple Blossom Friday for our open house celebration! Stop by, say Hi and see our new office.
May 3 from 11AM – 3PM
118 South Cameron Street, Winchester, VA 22601
Looking forward to another year with our clients in the concrete world. Spring Has finally shown itself and we are ready to dive in! From large structural slabs, elevated decks, gigantic stamped concrete projects, to a simple patio. Let us help in the design and planning stage.
Excited to get our 12th year underway stamping concrete. It’s been a very busy winter doing commercial flat work, now it’s time to do what we love; making concrete beautiful!
This patio was poured some time ago but has maintained it’s longevity with proper maintenance and a resent reseal.
Fall is here and it’s more important than ever to maintain the upkeep on your concrete surface to ensure longevity.
Give your concrete surface a good cleaning. Clear off all the summer grim. Get out the pressure washer and with a mild cleaner, rinse off any dirt.
The leaves are beautiful but can create issues if not tending to. Wet leaves can leave stains or marks on your concrete surface if they are left over time. As soon as the leaves start falling, keep your concrete surface clear of any debris.
If you haven’t already you need to properly seal your concrete. A sealer will improve the appearance of stamped concrete, prevent fading caused by UV rays, and protect it from stains and harmful chemicals. Continue reading Why You Should Seal Stamped Concrete
As the days and nights get colder we need to prep for the ice to follow. Be cautious with the solutions you use on your concrete surface. Concrete can be weakened when subjected to rock salt. While concrete is a tough and durable material, it can and will absorb water. When you put out rock salt to melt snow and ice, the salt dissolves the snow and makes a salt water mix that then enters the pores of your concrete.When the temperatures drop and the water freezes, the pressure of growing ice crystals within the concrete can cause spalling (the surface becomes rough and flaky, and begins to pit). On a low level, this can be purely cosmetic, but it can also result in structural damage. Consider using sand instead.
Give us a call or schedule a follow up to see how your concrete surface is hold up and discuss the proper maintenance options.
It’s 4th of July Week and we are taking some time to sit back and enjoy the activities and have a fun #contest!
How would you like to win breakfast for 2 at Steamys in Winchester? Hop on over to our Facebook Page to enter for your chance to #win!
Rules:
1. Share a picture in the comments of you enjoying your #patio – from friendly gatherings to outdoor relaxing!
2. Like and share the post to be entered to win.
Winner will be picked on the 9th!
While properly poured and cared for stamped concrete surfaces are built to last, seasonal maintenance is a crucial step to the longevity. Now that the colder weather is behind us it’s time to clean up our patios, pool decks and driveways and welcome the summer months!
Is your concrete surface in need of a reseal? Keep it looking as good as day 1. Take a look at this stamped patio poured 3 years ago. With a fresh coat of sealant, the beauty still holds true. Periodic sealing is the best way to protect your concrete from moisture penetration, staining, freeze-thaw conditions, de-icing chemicals, and abrasion. Get on a maintenance plan with us at Blackwater to properly maintain your decorative concrete annually.
Check out some other useful tips for keeping your concrete surface clean and clear.
One of the first patio’s we did 11 years ago. We just re-sealed again, looks like the day we left. Sealer is key!
Stop by and say hi at the Leesburg Flower and Garden Festival April 21st and 22nd.
This is a great family event that we always enjoy participating in! Take this opportunity to talk to our team about ideas you have and options for any of your decorative concrete needs. Food, music and activities for all will be happening all weekend long. Take a look at what’s happening here.
Consider stamped concrete for your next patio, pool deck or walkway needs. Custom stamped concrete is our most popular request as clients create their desired look and explain their needs, they discover the endless combinations to match any design element. Today you can benefit from the long lasting, low maintenance world of concrete with an attractive, three-dimensional, two-toned appearance. Get the look of wood without the yearly upkeep, create a walkway with dimension from our Ashlar Slate pattern….the combinations of patterns, textures and colors open to your creativity.
Stamped concrete is a system of adding colors, patterns and textures to a plain concrete slab at the time of pouring. The concrete is poured, colored and then imprinted with a stamp to create the appearance you want. Many different textures are available that simulate slate, granite, brick, cobblestone, or even custom designs and imprinted in concrete. Borders can be created for matching or contrasting patterns. You aren’t just limited to flat surfaces, as this technique can also be applied to stairs and ramps.
During our process, once stamping is completed, a protective sealant is applied that allows the new concrete to resist oil, water, mildew, and stains. This protective sealant further improves the overall strength of the concrete and gives the surface visual appeal. Looking for an anti-slip finish? That can be applied as well.
Have more questions on getting started? See our Frequently Asked Questions.
Come Visit us! Talk about your project ideas, see some samples and meet some of our team at the Spring Home and Garden Show.
Saturday, March 3rd from 10 am-9pm at the Apple Blossom Mall
This annual event is held by The Q102, Kiss FM, and 99.3 The Fox.
The FREE fun filled event will feature exhibitors from throughout the Shenandoah Valley displaying and demonstrating the newest and latest in home improvement/repairs, remodeling, gardening, landscaping, lawn care, home insulation & energy conservation, home security, home furnishings and so much more. The Home Show is sponsored by Handyman Connection.
Come check out the Kidgits Kids Zone sponsored by Kidwell Fence! There will be craft activities, a BounceHouse, and a variety of interactive, fun games, and explore the Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum table. Plus, the little ones will have a blast at Mascot Mania. Area Mascots will be stopping by the Kids Zone from Noon until 2pm.
Be sure to visit the Silent Auction located in the Belk Wing benefiting Children’s Hospital Network.