Victor Merlo Construction
365 Harding Road
Williamsville, NY 14221
Phone (716) 634-4540
365 Harding Road
Williamsville, NY 14221
Phone (716) 634-4540
Fully Licensed & Insured
Member of The American Society of Concrete
Contractors, Better Business Bureau
Member of The American Society of Concrete
Contractors, Better Business Bureau
Concrete doesn't have to be smooth and boring. Concrete stenciling is an advanced technique that gives the appearance of natural stone, tile, or brick, without the expense or installation experience associated with these products and has the added advantage of creating a smoother walking surface. Stenciling also can be used to create decorative borders and inserts. This beautiful technique can create a dramatic, artistic effect and enhance the appearance and value of your home or property.Concrete stenciling is a decorative process done on freshly poured concrete. It can be done in most flat work situations such as patios, walkways, porch steps and caps. There are a wide variety of choices available, using many different patterns and colors, and the combinations of these elements provide plentiful options in design.
While many people are familiar with stamped concrete, Victor is one of only a few contractors (he was the first in WNY) to offer stenciling. When concrete is stamped, the surface becomes one solid color, whereas when it is stenciled, the joints between the patterns remain mortar colored, giving a much more realistic look. For example, on a stenciled brick pattern, the spaces between the bricks are gray whereas the brick itself may be red. On stamped concrete, the bricks and the spaces between them would both be red, not a very realistic appearance.
Another advantage of stenciled concrete is the option to use multiple colors and patterns in different areas of the project. Because the color is a hardener, it makes the surface of the concrete even stronger and more durable.
When concrete is stenciled, the first step is the design. Victor works with the client to create a custom design, then the project is laid out and formed. Concrete is poured and bull floated. The patterned stencil (a thin cardboard template) is laid on top and the stencil is slightly imbedded into the concrete with a special roller. Then color hardener (colored cement and colored aggregate) is broadcast onto it and worked down into the surface. As the concrete begins to set, the next step is to texturize it with a textured roller. Then the patterned template is pulled out, leaving the beautiful design intact.
Below are the colors available. These are only for reference; please contact us for more accurate samples.
