How long after pouring the concrete can you stamp it?

• <div><p>In most cases, you are good to stamp the concrete one or two hours after you pour it, but perform the thumb test mentioned above. You want the concrete to be dry enough so the stamps don’t sink, but wet enough that the stamps make a successful imprint. In general, this is a tricky question, as it also depends on the weather outside, the time of day, and the size of the poured concrete slab.</p></div>

Which is better: epoxy or concrete stain?

• <div><p>Epoxy coatings for concrete basement or garage floors are popular. These two-part resinous coatings are waterproof and highly durable, making them an ideal choice for high-traffic spaces or areas where spills are likely. However, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/epoxy-flooring-costs-advantages-and-installation.htm">epoxy flooring costs</a> more to apply than concrete stains and doesn't produce a natural-looking finish.</p></div>

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Q: How is a concrete coating professionally applied?

• <div><p>Professionals clean surfaces, apply primers for smooth adhesion, and coat with specialized materials that promise durability.</p></div>

Q: What happens if I don’t seal my stamped concrete?

• <div><p>When you don&rsquo;t seal concrete, the colors and designs fade, water marks appear, and stains penetrate from the top layer to the lower layers, making them difficult to remove. Applying a sealant is strongly recommended for not only stamped concrete but any poured concrete. Speak with your concrete contractor about sealant options depending on the slab's intended use.</p></div>

Q: What are the pros and cons of stamped concrete?

• <div><p>Weighing the pros and cons of stamped concrete can help you decide if spending the higher upfront cost is worth it for your concrete project. One of the most sought-after benefits of stamped concrete is the customization aspect&mdash;you get to choose the color, borders, and intricate patterns. Additionally, stamped concrete is a more affordable option than pavers or brick. </p><p>On the other hand, stamped concrete needs to be resealed every two to three years and costs more than regular concrete to install. And unless you&rsquo;re a DIY pro, this is not a project to tackle on your own. </p></div>

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Awesome job from start to finish. From our initial consultation to the install of our new patio sliding door every step was professional and done well. So happy with the final results
Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2025
Super friendly and efficient. Had big pieces including a treadmill and a sofa. They showed up on time and quickly finished the project at a great price! I will use them again if needed!
Life Cycle Cleaning
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Reviewed in June 2025
Good, happy how it turned out and how quickly the job was finished.
Nimar Service Inc
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Reviewed in May 2025
Justin was great. He arrived on time and was respectful of my home. He explained the work he would perform and completed the repair within a reasonable time. I will definitely use Best Finish Services for any other electrical repair needs I may have in the future.
Best Finish Services
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Reviewed in July 2016
George, James, and Steven were very friendly and competent. Steven showed pride in his work and even took a picture of the shower when he finished the job! The cleanup was thorough.
Mr. Klean Grout of Jacksonville LLC
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Reviewed in April 2016
Our experience with Landscrete was very good! Jaime made sure to have all the details before starting, and made sure we understood the whole process. He first met with us to show us pictures of his prior work and to help us get some ideas for our patio. During the job his crew was very...
LANDSCRETE INC
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Reviewed in January 2016
The first winter the concrete from Anderson Concrete fell apart. Thanks to Muffler Concrete, they sealed it after they finished it and it looks great.
Muffler Concrete
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Reviewed in March 2015
Emiliano installed pad & carpet in a basement office to cover the concrete floor. He came out once for an estimate and to determine the type of carpet to install and then again to perform the installation. He was punctual and called ahead to let me know when to expect him. Installation went...
Flores Floors
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Reviewed in May 2012
Six months later we are still picking up cigarette butts, they damaged the irrigation and never bothered to tell us. Used silver screws on a black fence, dumped concrete leftovers in grass area leaving many damaged areas where we still haven't gotten the grass to grow back. For the price and...
Hohulin Fence Company
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Reviewed in July 2011
My concrete is now peeling up all over and it is absolutely horrible. They had a reasonable price and seemed to work very hard but this work just wasn’t worth the money. It also isn’t flat so water pools in it. I saw that it wasn’t very good right at the beginning and told them not to...
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Concrete Finishing questions, answered by experts

Professionals clean surfaces, apply primers for smooth adhesion, and coat with specialized materials that promise durability.

In most cases, you are good to stamp the concrete one or two hours after you pour it, but perform the thumb test mentioned above. You want the concrete to be dry enough so the stamps don’t sink, but wet enough that the stamps make a successful imprint. In general, this is a tricky question, as it also depends on the weather outside, the time of day, and the size of the poured concrete slab.

When you don’t seal concrete, the colors and designs fade, water marks appear, and stains penetrate from the top layer to the lower layers, making them difficult to remove. Applying a sealant is strongly recommended for not only stamped concrete but any poured concrete. Speak with your concrete contractor about sealant options depending on the slab's intended use.

Weighing the pros and cons of stamped concrete can help you decide if spending the higher upfront cost is worth it for your concrete project. One of the most sought-after benefits of stamped concrete is the customization aspect—you get to choose the color, borders, and intricate patterns. Additionally, stamped concrete is a more affordable option than pavers or brick.

On the other hand, stamped concrete needs to be resealed every two to three years and costs more than regular concrete to install. And unless you’re a DIY pro, this is not a project to tackle on your own.

Epoxy coatings for concrete basement or garage floors are popular. These two-part resinous coatings are waterproof and highly durable, making them an ideal choice for high-traffic spaces or areas where spills are likely. However, epoxy flooring costs more to apply than concrete stains and doesn't produce a natural-looking finish.

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