Stamped Concrete vs Other Paving Materials
ASPHALT
NATURAL STONE
PRECAST PAVERS
STAMPED CONCRETE
Available in an array of patterns and colors
 No No Yes Unlimited
Longevity and Performance
 Poor Good Good Excellent
Speed of Installation
 Fast Slow Slow Moderate
Ability to Customize
 No No No Yes
Special Maintenance Requirements
 Annual Seal Coating Removal of weeds and moss that grow in the joints; refilling joints with sand as needed Removal of weeds and moss that grow in the joints; refilling joints with sand as needed Resealing every few years or as needed to protect the surface from stains and maintain color vibrancy
Average Cost per sq/foot Installed**
 $2 - $2.50 $25 and up $4 - $20 $8 - $20
**Source: Bob Harris' Guide to Stamped Concrete