Exposed aggregate concrete in Mandurah. Local pebble and quartz mixes, washed or honed back, for driveways, pool surrounds and alfrescos. Fixed-price quotes.
Exposed aggregate is the finish we pour most in Mandurah, and for good reason — the stone sitting proud of the surface gives real grip on a sloped driveway, hides marking far better than plain grey, and holds up under coastal exposure. The cement skin is removed to reveal the stone underneath, either by spraying a surface retarder and washing it off the next day, or by grinding it back for a flatter look. The stone you pick does most of the work visually. We quote exposed aggregate Mandurah driveways, pool surrounds and alfrescos with the mix, the exposure method and the sealer all specified before the pour.
Tell us about the job and we'll come back with a written price within one business day.
One finish, several surfaces, with the stone and the exposure method set to suit each job.
The most common job we pour — grip on the slope, and a finish that still looks right after a decade of use.
Slip-rated and salt-tolerant, poured with correct expansion gaps against coping and fencing.
Falls set for the wet season, finished flush with existing paving or stepped down from the house.
Pebble, quartz and granite blends chosen from cured samples rather than a brochure.
Washed for a rounded, textured surface; honed for a flatter, smoother one — priced and explained both ways.
Worn or loosening aggregate restored to its original texture and colour rather than sealed over the top.
The stone in the mix does most of the work visually, and it is the one part of the decision worth seeing in person. Colour shifts as concrete cures, so ask us for cured samples to look at in your own light before you settle on one.
Featuring smooth, rounded river pebbles embedded in the concrete surface, this type offers a natural, textured look popular for driveways, pathways, and pool surrounds. It provides excellent slip resistance while adding a decorative, earthy aesthetic that suits both modern and traditional home designs.
Quartz aggregate delivers a sparkling, reflective finish thanks to the natural crystalline properties of the stone. It's a popular choice for driveways and alfresco areas where homeowners want a premium, eye-catching surface that also holds up well against heavy wear and weathering.
Known for its strength and durability, granite aggregate concrete is ideal for high-traffic areas like driveways and commercial spaces. It offers a speckled, sophisticated appearance in various colour tones, combining long-lasting performance with an attractive, textured finish.
Basalt aggregate produces a darker, charcoal-toned finish, giving surfaces a bold, contemporary look. It's commonly used in modern architectural designs and is valued for its density, strength, and resistance to weathering, making it suitable for both residential and commercial applications.
Limestone aggregate offers a lighter, softer aesthetic with a smooth, sandy appearance. It's often chosen for coastal or resort-style properties, complementing outdoor living spaces, pool areas, and pathways with a subtle, natural finish that stays cooler underfoot.
An eco-friendly option, recycled glass aggregate incorporates crushed glass particles into the concrete mix, creating a unique, shimmering surface. It's popular for feature areas, pathways, and decorative applications where homeowners want a distinctive, sustainable, and visually striking finish.
The exposure happens in a narrow window the day after the pour, so the weather planning matters more here than on almost any other finish. Wash back too early and the stone lifts out of the matrix; leave it too long and the retarder has stopped working, which means grinding instead of washing. We watch the forecast and move the pour rather than gamble on a hot northerly or a surprise shower. Stone selection comes first, because it sets both the look and the price. After exposure the slab is cured properly, then sealed to keep the stone bright and the matrix from dusting.
You pick the aggregate from cured samples while we check access, fall, drainage and soil type to set the base spec.
Ground compacted to depth, reinforcement laid, then poured with the specified aggregate mix and a surface retarder applied.
The cement skin is washed off the following day within a fairly tight window, or ground back later if you chose honed.
Barriers stay up through the cure, then the surface is sealed and walked through with you before we leave.
The wash-off window is short and weather-dependent, which is where most patchy exposed aggregate comes from.
Booked around the forecast, because rain on a retarded surface before wash-off ruins the exposure.
Washed by the same crew in one pass so one section does not end up showing more stone than the next.
Sealer chosen for salt air and a realistic resealing interval given, not glossed over.
Base depth set for sandy fill or reactive clay, because the finish means nothing if the slab moves.
Base prep, reinforcement, the aggregate mix, exposure and sealer in one written number.
If a workmanship fault shows up within seven years, we come back and fix it at our cost.