Exposed Aggregate Concrete Broken Arrow OK | Exposed Aggregate Patio
VistaScapes & Design pours exposed aggregate concrete in Broken Arrow for homeowners who want the natural look and texture of stone in a concrete surface — without the cost of natural stone. Exposed aggregate patios, pool decks, and walkways have a premium appearance, excellent slip resistance when wet, and have been a popular concrete finish in Oklahoma for decades.
What is Exposed Aggregate Concrete?
Exposed aggregate is a concrete finishing technique, not a different material. During the finishing process, after the concrete has set enough to hold its shape but before it fully cures, the top layer of cement paste is removed — either by washing with water and a brush, or by applying a surface retarder at the time of pour and washing it off the next day. This reveals the stone aggregate embedded in the concrete mix.
The result: the stone aggregate (typically pea gravel or river rock) is visible on the surface, creating a natural texture that looks and feels like stone but has the structural integrity and low maintenance of poured concrete.
Exposed Aggregate Uses in Broken Arrow
- Patio surfaces — popular for backyards and outdoor living areas where a natural look is desired
- Pool decks — excellent slip resistance when wet makes it ideal around pools
- Driveway approaches — decorative driveway aprons and approaches
- Walkways — garden paths and connecting walks
- Seeded aggregate borders — decorative aggregate borders around standard concrete patios
Exposed Aggregate vs Stamped Concrete in Broken Arrow
Both are decorative concrete finishes. Exposed aggregate provides a natural, organic texture and appearance — it looks like stone without imposing a specific pattern. Stamped concrete imposes a specific pattern (flagstone, slate) and typically includes color. Exposed aggregate tends to look more organic and naturalistic; stamped concrete provides more control over the finished pattern and color direction. Cost is similar — both typically run $10–$18 per sq ft in Broken Arrow.
Call VistaScapes & Design at 918-779-1317 for a free exposed aggregate concrete estimate in Broken Arrow OK.
