The Concrete Designs Blog
We’re moving the blog onto the new site — come back in a few weeks for the full archive of project breakdowns, material guides, and South Florida outdoor-living tips.
In the meantime, see daily projects, before/afters, and time-lapse builds on Instagram and Facebook:
What You’ll Find Here
Driveways
Plain vs. stamped vs. turf-inlay. Mix designs. Why some Florida driveways crack in 3 years and ours last 30.
Pavers
Concrete vs. brick vs. travertine vs. porcelain. Base prep that lasts. When pavers beat poured concrete — and when they don’t.
Stamped Concrete
The 50+ patterns we install. Sealer schedules for Florida UV. Color retention tips.
Backyard Patios
Sizing a patio to your lot. Drainage and slope. Integrating with pool decks, kitchens, and pergolas.
Pergolas
Aluminum vs. wood. Hurricane-rated permits. Adding fans, lights, and louvered roofs.
Outdoor Kitchens
Designing the build. Gas, plumbing, and electrical permitting. Grill, sink, and storage layouts.
Artificial Turf
Pet-safe turf. Drainage requirements. Combining turf strips with concrete for modern driveways.
Financing
How 0% APR through Wisetack works. New $65K cap. 9.9% APR on 7-and-10-year terms. Wells Fargo for larger jobs.
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