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>

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Q: How do you make concrete shine like glass?

• <div><p>Polished concrete gets its glass-like finish from several rounds of polishing, using increasingly finer grit diamond grinding pads. The concrete&rsquo;s hardness will determine which grits you need to get your desired finish. The densifier and sealer also contribute to the look of the final floor, so either talk to a concrete pro (or hire one) to achieve the right <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/concrete-floor-finishes.htm">concrete floor finish</a>.</p></div>

Q: What is the longest lasting concrete finish?

• <div><p>Epoxy tends to be the most durable concrete finish, holding up on garage and shop floors for years. Epoxy seals the slab's surface, will run into any cracks and crevices, and can help to level the surface, so it tends to be a durable finish for most applications. The downside to epoxy is that it can be difficult to remove once applied.</p></div>

Q: Do services include decorative finishes?

• <div><p>Yes, professionals offer stamped, stained, or polished concrete for enhanced aesthetics.</p></div>

Q: What are the cons of resurfacing concrete?

• <div><p>The biggest downside to resurfacing concrete is its lifespan. Concrete resurfacing lasts for five to ten years, on average, while a new concrete slab would last for 20 to 30. The cost of concrete resurfacing is much lower, but you get more value from full replacement. Resurfacing also doesn&rsquo;t address any underlying issues with your slab, so you may need additional repairs, like mudjacking. </p></div>

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Last update on November 13, 2025

Reviewed in January 2025
NVAS Construction handled our bathroom renovation with great expertise. Their team was punctual, professional, and attentive to our needs. They provided regular updates and were responsive to our feedback. The finished bathroom is both beautiful and functional, thanks to their excellent...
NVAS Construction
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Reviewed in August 2024
I wanted to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for the incredible job you did on our stamped concrete. The design is beyond our expectations, and we could not be happier with the final result. Your team is craftsmanship and attention to detail are truly remarkable. From start to...
Monumental Concrete L.C.
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Reviewed in November 2023
Premium TPR not only installed tile, but actually did our entire bathroom remodel, including plumbing, walk in shower, sink, vanity, toilet, paint & trim. Everything was finished perfectly and on time. Jon was reliable and accommodating, highly recommended!
Premium Tile, Paint & Remodeling
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Reviewed in November 2023
Everything worked out great from start to finish. By far the best price around. I'll be using them every time I need a dumpster and recommend them to anyone looking for one.
TrashGoAway.com, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
Holland Heating and Cooling did an excellent job from start to finish! Nic and Matt finished the electrical to our Generac whole house generator today and I am very pleased with their work, they were professional and explained everything thoroughly. 4/16/23 Job#303305
Holland Heating & Cooling Inc
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Reviewed in September 2022
Jon is very pleasant to work with. The work was finished quickly and very efficiently.
Jon's Property Services, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Excellent work on my bathroom. The bathroom had to be totally gutted. Five Star Bath Solutions crew worked with me to pick out out materials that would continue to be inside my price range but nevertheless gave the seem I used to be going for. Bathroom was finished plenty faster than time...
Five Star Bath, Inc - Macomb
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Reviewed in October 2017
Perfect. From the initial quote to the finished driveway the owner was very professional. The quote was very competitive and the work was spectacular, both in quality and in timeliness. Highly recommend C&L Asphalt to anyone in need of Asphalt or concrete work.
C & L ASPHALT PAVING
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Reviewed in February 2017
Professionals from start to finish. Quote, appointments, service spot on. Arrived as stated. Neat clean and professional. Kerry, Jason and Ray were great. Don't fall for the 89.95 "Specials" they want to add on and add on and add on... Go with Pro from the start
Safety King Inc
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Reviewed in January 2017
Sales person very competent-quality of product excellent installer- very professional -finished in half the time I was quoted. Very satisfied.
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