New and Replacement Driveways
Homeowners often choose exposed aggregate for a driveway that needs to handle daily vehicle weight and Geelong's weather without losing its good looks over time.
Exposed Aggregate Concrete
We Deliver Exposed Aggregate Concrete Across Geelong
Exposed Aggregate Concrete Across Geelong
Exposed aggregate concrete is one of the most popular decorative finishes we lay across Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula. It gives you the strength of a standard concrete slab with a textured, natural stone look on the surface, instead of a flat grey finish. You can choose from a wide range of stone and aggregate colours to match your home, your landscaping or the overall look you're going for. Once it's sealed, the surface resists stains, fading and cracking with very little upkeep needed from you. If you like the idea of a driveway, patio or pool surround with real visual texture and long-term strength, we're the team to call.
Popular Uses
Popular Uses for Exposed Aggregate Concrete
Pool Surrounds and Wet Areas
The textured surface stays grippy underfoot even when wet, which makes it a common choice around pool surrounds and other outdoor wet areas.
Patios and Entertaining Spaces
A patio finished in exposed aggregate adds a natural stone look that ties in with garden beds, retaining walls and outdoor furniture.
A Finish That Feels as Good as It Looks
Once it's cured and sealed, exposed aggregate concrete gives you a surface with real depth and texture underfoot, not a flat, uniform grey slab. The stone or pebble finish catches the light differently depending on the aggregate you choose, so the surface has a natural, textured look rather than a plain poured one. Day to day, it holds up well to bare feet, pool water, car tyres and everyday foot traffic without wearing smooth or patchy. Because it resists stains and fading, it keeps looking the way it did on day one with just an occasional wash down and a reseal every few years.
Aggregate Options
Aggregate and Stone Options to Choose From
River Pebble and Natural Stone Blends
A soft, natural colour mix that suits most home styles and blends easily with existing paving or landscaping.
Quartz Aggregate
A brighter, reflective aggregate that lifts the overall look of a lighter coloured home or a modern build.
Basalt and Charcoal Aggregate
A darker, bolder aggregate for homes wanting a stronger contrast against render, brick or timber.
Mixed Colour Blends
A combination of stone types and colours, matched to your existing brickwork, fencing or garden beds.
Our Process
How the Job Gets Done From Quote to Handover
Quote and Colour Selection
We talk through the space and the aggregate and colour options that suit your property, then give you a firm quote before any work starts.
Preparation and the Pour
We prepare the site properly, form up and reinforce the area, then schedule the pour around your access needs so there are no surprises.
Exposing, Sealing and Handover
Once poured, the surface is treated to bring the aggregate through, sealed to protect it, and left to cure properly before you're using it day to day.
Why We're the Right Team for This Job
Exposed aggregate only looks right when the timing is right. Wash the aggregate back too early or too late and you're left with patchy colour, exposed cement film or stone that comes loose over time. We get that timing right, along with the mix design and sealing, so the finish comes out even across the whole slab. We also handle the reinforcement and drainage properly underneath, so the surface doesn't crack or pool water once it's down. You'll get a clear quote before we start, and we keep you in the loop on timing and access for the whole job, not just on pour day.
Common Questions
Your Exposed Aggregate Concrete Questions Answered
What's the difference between plain, broom finish and exposed aggregate concrete?
Plain concrete is finished smooth or lightly floated. Broom finish concrete has a light texture brushed into the surface for extra grip. Exposed aggregate goes a step further again, the top layer of cement is washed or ground back after the pour so the stone and pebble underneath is visible on the surface. That's what gives exposed aggregate its textured, natural stone look and its extra grip compared to a plain or broom finished slab.
Is exposed aggregate concrete safe to use around a pool?
Yes. The textured surface stays grippy when it's wet, which is why it's a common choice for pool surrounds and other outdoor areas that get splashed or hosed down regularly. It gives you a safer surface underfoot than a smooth, plain finish without needing a separate non-slip coating.
Get Your Free Exposed Aggregate Quote
Ready to get exposed aggregate concrete underway on your property? Tell us about your job and we'll get back to you with a clear, itemised quote.
