Exposed Aggregate Concrete — Hervey Bay & Fraser Coast
Decorative exposed aggregate driveways, paths and pool surrounds with hand-picked stone, careful wash-off timing and a non-slip coastal finish. Quoted in writing, cleaned up properly.
Exposed Aggregate Concrete Across the Fraser Coast
Exposed aggregate is one of the best-looking and most practical concrete finishes you can get, which is why it is so popular on the Fraser Coast. Instead of a flat surface, the top layer is washed back to reveal the natural stone in the mix, giving you a textured, hard-wearing finish with built-in grip. It looks the part on driveways, paths, patios and pool surrounds, and it hides everyday wear far better than a plain slab.
The look comes down to the stone you choose. Different aggregates give different colours and textures — warm earthy tones, cool greys, speckled mixes with quartz or river pebble. We will show you options and help you pick a blend that suits your home and the rest of your landscaping, whether you are in Hervey Bay, Maryborough, Rainbow Beach or Tin Can Bay. The colour of the cement and any oxide can be tuned too, so the background complements the stone.
The skill in exposed aggregate is all in the timing. The surface has to be washed off at exactly the right moment — too early and you wash out the stone and weaken the surface, too late and the cement holds the aggregate down and you do not get the finish. We watch the slab closely as it sets and expose it at the right window. Get this right, as we do, and you end up with an even, consistent finish across the whole area.
Out here the coastal climate matters. Salt air, harsh UV and the fact that these surfaces often surround pools or sit in full sun means a non-slip finish and proper sealing are important. We finish for grip underfoot, even when wet, and seal the surface to lock in the colour, resist staining and stand up to the local conditions. As a local, licensed and insured crew, we build it to look good and last.
What We Offer
Stone & colour selection
A range of aggregate blends and cement colours to choose from, so the finish ties in with your home and landscaping. We help you pick what suits.
Driveways & crossovers
Premium exposed aggregate driveways with the falls, reinforcement and base prep done properly underneath the decorative finish.
Paths & patios
Textured, low-maintenance paths and alfresco areas that look great and provide grip in the wet.
Pool surrounds
Cooler underfoot than dark surfaces and naturally non-slip — a popular and compliant choice for pool areas across the Fraser Coast.
Non-slip coastal finish
Finished and exposed for grip even when wet, which matters around pools, on slopes and in our heavy summer downpours.
Sealing for protection
Sealed to lock in colour, resist salt, oil and stains, and stand up to coastal UV — keeping the finish sharp for years.
Our Exposed Aggregate Process
No mystery, no shortcuts. Here's exactly how we approach every exposed aggregate job on the Fraser Coast — so you know what's happening at each stage.
- 01
Free on-site consult & stone selection
We visit your place, measure up and talk through aggregate blends, colours and where the finish will go. You get to see options so you can picture how it will look against your home before anything is quoted.
- 02
Written fixed quote, itemised
Your quote spells out the base prep, reinforcement, the specific aggregate mix, the exposure work, sealing and clean-up. Because decorative finishes vary in price by stone choice, we make sure your selection is locked in and priced clearly.
- 03
Booking & site preparation
We confirm a date and arrive on time to excavate and prepare a compacted base, set out the area and check the falls. A good base is just as important under decorative concrete as it is under a plain slab.
- 04
Formwork & reinforcement
We set the formwork to the correct levels and falls so water drains away, then lay and chair up the steel reinforcement. Joints are planned so they sit neatly within the finished decorative surface.
- 05
Pour, screed & initial finish
The aggregate mix is poured, screeded to level and floated. We watch the set closely because the next step is all about timing, and the weather on the day affects how fast the surface firms up.
- 06
Wash-off & exposure
At exactly the right moment we wash and expose the surface to reveal the stone evenly across the whole area. This is the step that makes or breaks an exposed aggregate finish, and it is where experience counts.
- 07
Cure, seal, clean-up & walkthrough
We cure the slab, then apply a quality sealer to lock in the colour and protect against salt and stains. We clean the site thoroughly, walk you through care and drive-on timing, and hand over your tax invoice.
Honest, Transparent Pricing
You get a fixed written quote before we start, with the base prep, reinforcement, your chosen aggregate blend, the exposure work, sealing and clean-up all itemised, plus a GST tax invoice at the end. Because exposed aggregate prices change with the stone you pick, we lock in your selection in the quote so the number you agree to is the number you pay.
If a genuine variation comes up — for example the ground needing extra prep once we excavate — we stop, explain it and get your written sign-off before we pour. There are no surprise extras tacked on after the fact, and nothing changes about your finish or price without you saying yes first.
We will also be straight with you about whether exposed aggregate is the right call for your job. If a different finish would serve you better for the spot or the budget, we will tell you. And we will not promise a finish we cannot deliver evenly — the wash-off timing is everything, and we would rather under-promise and get it spot on.
Why Locals Choose Us
Decorative & durable
A premium, textured look that hides everyday wear and stands up to traffic far better than a plain slab.
Naturally non-slip
The exposed stone gives grip even when wet — ideal for pool surrounds, paths and our heavy summer rain.
Built for the coast
Cooler underfoot than dark surfaces and sealed to resist salt, UV and stains in the Fraser Coast climate.
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