Exposed Aggregate

Exposed Aggregate Driveway — Camp Hill

Camp HillFebruary 202565 m²

This Camp Hill homeowner wanted to replace their ageing plain concrete driveway with a premium exposed aggregate finish. The existing driveway had significant cracking and was detracting from the home's kerb appeal. We removed the old driveway, prepared the sub-base with proper compaction, and poured a beautiful exposed aggregate finish with a warm stone blend that complements the Queenslander-style home.

Scope of Work

✓Demolition and removal of existing driveway
✓Sub-base preparation and compaction
✓Steel reinforcement with SL82 mesh
✓65 m² exposed aggregate pour with premium stone blend
✓Expansion joints and edge finishing
✓High-quality penetrating sealer application

"The team from Concrete Concepts did a fantastic job on our new exposed aggregate driveway. It has completely transformed the look of our home. Professional, efficient, and the quality is outstanding."

— Sarah W.

Completed retaining wall in Mount Gravatt

Retaining Walls

Retaining Wall & Patio — Mount Gravatt

Mount GravattJanuary 202540 m²

This Mount Gravatt property had a steeply sloping backyard that was unusable. The homeowners wanted to create a level entertaining area with a retaining wall to hold back the slope. We engineered a 1.2m high concrete block retaining wall with proper drainage, then poured a 40 m² patio slab behind it — transforming a wasted hillside into a beautiful outdoor living space.

Scope of Work

✓Site excavation and earthworks
✓1.2m engineered concrete block retaining wall
✓AG drainage pipe and gravel backfill
✓40 m² reinforced concrete patio slab
✓Broom finish with decorative border
✓Retaining wall render and paint

"Fantastic work from Jarrad and his team! Professional, efficient and delivered a high quality finish. Our backyard is now completely usable."

— Myresh M.

Concrete Slabs

Slab preparation with steel reinforcement

House Slab & Driveway — Logan

LoganDecember 2024180 m²

A new build project in Logan requiring a full house slab and double driveway. The reactive clay soils in the area demanded careful engineering — we worked closely with the structural engineer to ensure the slab was designed to handle soil movement. The project included a 130 m² house slab with edge beams and internal stiffening beams, plus a 50 m² plain concrete driveway.

Scope of Work

✓Full site excavation to engineering specs
✓Termite treatment barrier installation
✓130 m² house slab with edge and stiffening beams
✓SL82 mesh reinforcement throughout
✓50 m² plain concrete driveway
✓Power float finish to house slab

"The price was what I had expected to pay and they came out to inspect the site before quoting. Would recommend them for any concreting work."

— Paul S.

Exposed aggregate pool surround in Wynnum

Concrete Patios

Pool entertaining area with concrete finish

Pool Surround & Entertaining Area — Wynnum

WynnumNovember 202455 m²

This bayside Wynnum property needed a complete pool surround upgrade. The existing pavers were uneven and becoming a trip hazard. We removed the old pavers, prepared the sub-base, and poured a slip-resistant exposed aggregate pool surround with an integrated entertaining area. The coastal-inspired stone blend was chosen to complement the bayside setting.

Scope of Work

✓Removal of existing paver surround
✓Sub-base preparation and compaction
✓55 m² exposed aggregate pour
✓Slip-resistant finish for pool safety
✓Salt-resistant penetrating sealer
✓Coping edge detail around pool

Concrete Driveways

Concrete side path connecting to backyard

Concrete Driveway & Paths — Carindale

CarindaleOctober 202475 m²

A complete driveway and pathway replacement for an established Carindale home. The homeowner chose a classic plain concrete finish with a broom texture for excellent grip in wet weather. We also poured new side paths connecting the driveway to the backyard, creating a seamless flow around the property.

Scope of Work

✓Demolition of old cracked driveway
✓New sub-base with road base compaction
✓55 m² plain concrete driveway with broom finish
✓20 m² side paths and garden edging
✓Expansion joints at 3m intervals
✓Cure compound application

Excavation

Excavation & Slab — Springfield

SpringfieldSeptember 2024120 m²

A large-scale excavation and slab project for a new granny flat in Springfield. The site required significant cut and fill to create a level pad on the sloping block. We handled all earthworks including excavation, compaction, and disposal of excess material, then poured a 120 m² engineered slab ready for the builder to start framing.

Scope of Work

✓Site clearing and set-out
✓Cut and fill earthworks (150 m³)
✓Compaction to 95% standard proctor
✓Termite barrier installation
✓120 m² engineered slab with edge beams
✓Power float finish

Formwork for concrete steps in Sunnybank

Exposed Aggregate

Exposed Aggregate Driveway & Steps — Sunnybank

SunnybankAugust 202470 m²

This Sunnybank property had a steep approach from the street that required concrete steps integrated into the driveway design. We designed and built a set of exposed aggregate steps with handrail provisions, flowing seamlessly into a matching exposed aggregate driveway. The result is both functional and visually striking.

Scope of Work

✓Demolition of existing driveway and steps
✓Formwork for integrated concrete steps
✓Steel reinforcement for steps and driveway
✓70 m² exposed aggregate with matching stone blend
✓Step nosing detail for safety
✓Penetrating sealer application

Large commercial concrete pour in North Lakes

Concrete Slabs

Commercial Concrete Pour — North Lakes

North LakesJuly 2024200 m²

A large commercial concrete pour for a warehouse extension in North Lakes. This project required careful planning and coordination — 200 m² of heavy-duty concrete with increased thickness and reinforcement to handle forklift traffic. We completed the pour in a single day using two concrete trucks running continuously.

Scope of Work

✓Sub-base preparation for heavy traffic
✓200mm thick slab with N12 bar reinforcement
✓200 m² single-day pour
✓Power float and burnish finish
✓Saw-cut control joints
✓Industrial-grade sealer application

Our Projects

Exposed Aggregate Driveway — Camp Hill

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Retaining Wall & Patio — Mount Gravatt

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House Slab & Driveway — Logan

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Pool Surround & Entertaining Area — Wynnum

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Concrete Driveway & Paths — Carindale

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Excavation & Slab — Springfield

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Exposed Aggregate Driveway & Steps — Sunnybank

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Commercial Concrete Pour — North Lakes

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