Stamped concrete is decorative concrete imprinted with a texture or pattern, such as stone, slate, or brick, while still wet, often finished with color for a high-end look.
In depth
Stamped concrete is one of the most expensive types of flatwork to replace, because matching an existing pattern and color in a partial replacement is nearly impossible. A replaced section almost always looks like a patch, which is why settlement on a stamped patio is such a frustrating problem for homeowners.
That is also why raising is especially valuable for stamped surfaces. The original slab, pattern, and color are preserved exactly, and the repair works from underneath rather than disturbing the finish.
How Acme applies it. We lift stamped patios and walkways with small injection ports placed in grout lines and pattern joints where they are least visible. The result is the original decorative surface, back at the right height, at a fraction of replacement cost.
Related terms: Slab Lifting, Injection Port, Sunken Concrete, Polyurethane Concrete Raising
Frequently asked questions
Will raising damage the stamped pattern?
No. The lift happens from below with controlled foam injection. The pattern and color you paid for stay exactly as they are.
Why not just replace the sunken section of a stamped patio?
Color and pattern matching across old and new pours is nearly impossible, so partial replacements look patched. Raising keeps the surface uniform.