what are the decorative finishes that can be applied to concrete surfaces ?

colour may be added to concrete by adding pigments before or after concrete is place and using white cement rather than conventional gray cement , by using chemical stains , or by exposing colourful aggregates at the surface . Textured finished can vary from a smooth polish to the roughness of gravel . Geometric patterns can be scored , stamped , rolled , or inlaid into the concrete to resemble stone , brick or tile paving . Other interesting patterns are obtained by using divider strips ( commonly redwood ) to form panels of various sized and shapes rectangular , squate , circular or diamond . Special techniques are available to make concrete slip-resistanct and sperking .