Concrete Driveways

When a homeowner is considering ways of improving and updating the exteriors of the home, a new concrete driveway is among the best projects to take. Apart from creating the pathway to your home, the driveway will provide smooth surfaces for cars. It is, therefore, crucial to understand that the driveway is subjected to high pressure and the wear and tear rate on the driveway will be higher than other parts in the home receiving high foot traffic. This is attributed to the frictions and weight that are generated by vehicles of varied descriptions.

Concrete driveways are common today because of the durability and strength offered by concrete, which is why most individuals desire them. Below are the benefits that come with a concrete driveway.

Design versatility

Driveways made of concrete do not have confinement to slate grey colors and flat slab finishes. The concrete driveway can get dyed by any color to give it a unique and eye-catching addition to the home. Also, concrete can get polished and textured to provide additional design flexibility. This will make concrete very versatile as compared to other materials of the driveway. Concrete can get pattern stamped for it to look like cobblestone, tile, bricks, and other patterns. Since concrete can get stamped in many colors, the concrete driveway can enhance the curb appeal by adding warmth and character to the exterior of the home.

Functionality

Whether you have a subcompact car or an SUV, the car weighs thousands or hundreds of pounds. Concrete materials are highly functional especially for the long-term integrity of structures and strength. This is the reason why many parking lots, concrete driveways, bridges, and roadways made by WPB painting professionals are made from concrete. The concrete driveway can last for thirty or more years with minor maintenance. It requires replacement, refinishing, and repair less frequently than asphalt and gravel driveways. Conversely, concrete does not need resurfacing or resealing and is quite easy to clear snow or dirt off the drive.