Exposed Aggregate Perth
Hard-wearing, low-maintenance decorative concrete for driveways, paths, pool surrounds and outdoor areas right across Perth.
What is exposed aggregate?
Exposed aggregate is concrete with natural stone mixed through it. Once it's laid, the top layer is washed back to show the stone, which leaves a textured, grippy surface that hides dirt and wear well.
It's tougher than pavers, it won't sink or shift, and you won't be pulling weeds out of the joints every winter. Laid and looked after properly, it lasts for decades.
Where it works
Driveways
Old pavers or cracked concrete out, a new exposed aggregate driveway in.
Pool Surrounds
Honed and exposed surrounds, including seamless edges to the water.
Patios & Alfresco
Outdoor living areas that are comfortable underfoot and easy to keep clean.
Paths & Steps
Side paths, front paths and steps with plenty of grip.
Choosing a colour
Most of our exposed jobs use Limecrete mixes, which are made in Perth. Popular picks with our customers include Kajaani White, Coral White, Amber White, Sahara and Quarry Creme.
Colour looks different once it's exposed and sealed, so we'll show you samples and point you to finished jobs in the same mix before you decide.
What we use
The concrete and the sealer make as much difference to the finish as the workmanship does.
Limecrete concrete
Our exposed aggregate comes from Limecrete, who make their decorative mixes here in Perth. Their swatch gallery shows every exposed aggregate colour, which is handy when you're narrowing down a shortlist.
Limecrete swatch gallery
Limecrete display at HomeBase Subiaco
Limecrete exposed aggregate
Q-Coat gloss sealer
Once the concrete has cured, we seal exposed aggregate with Q-Coat All Purpose Gloss, an acrylic gloss sealer. It brings out the colour in the stone, gives the surface a light sheen and helps it shrug off stains.
Expect to reseal every few years, depending on how much traffic and sun the area gets.
What does it cost?
It depends on the size of the area, the mix and colour, how much prep and excavation is needed, drainage and access to the site. We give a fixed quote after we've had a look. If earthworks or demolition could change the price, we'll tell you upfront.
How a job runs
- Site visit and quote. We measure up, talk through finish and colour, and give you a fixed price.
- Prep. Old concrete or pavers removed, levels set, drainage sorted, formwork and reinforcing in.
- Pour and expose. The concrete is laid and the surface washed back at the right time to reveal the stone.
- Cut and seal. Control joints are cut and the surface is sealed with Q-Coat acrylic gloss sealer once it's cured.
Exposed aggregate jobs
Common questions
Is exposed aggregate slippery?
It has more grip than smooth concrete because the stone sits proud of the surface. The sealer used also affects grip, and we'll recommend one that suits where it's going.
Does exposed aggregate need sealing?
Sealing is recommended. We use Q-Coat, an acrylic gloss sealer, on exposed aggregate. It protects the surface, helps with staining and brings out the colour of the stone. Expect to reseal every few years depending on traffic and sun.
Can you lay it over my old concrete?
Usually the old slab or pavers come out so the new concrete has a proper base. We'll tell you what your site needs when we come out to quote.
Is it better than pavers?
For most driveways and paths, yes. It doesn't sink or move, there are no joints for weeds, and it holds up to cars and Perth summers.
What our customers say
Matt has poured our exposed around our entire house and honed around our pool. Was a pleasure to have his team sort the work and communication was top notch (even when I was ringing to ask questions, he would answer). Highly recommend!!
Josh PyrcGoogle review
Dealing with matt from start to finish was amazing, he made it so easy. We wanted a different colour to what matt originally recommended. Glad we changed our minds and went with the colour he recommended. Very friendly work crew and excellent work. highly recommended nustone concrete.
Alex CarterGoogle review
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