Exposed Agg Driveways
The Perth premium-driveway standard. Pebble texture hides marks, ages well, and stays slip-resistant when wet.
Exposed aggregate · Perth metro
Exposed Aggregate Concrete Perth
The premium driveway and pool surround finish, graded stones revealed, sealed, sharp.
30+
Years on the tools
25-30
Years lifespan (typical)
48hr
Quote turnaround
All Perth
Metro service area
Overview
Decorative pebble-finish driveways and pool surrounds.
Exposed aggregate is the most popular premium driveway finish in Perth, and with good reason. The pebble surface provides grip without being harsh, holds its appearance for decades, and looks substantially better than plain broomed concrete from day one.
The finish is created by washing the cement paste from the surface while the concrete is still green, revealing the decorative aggregate below. The result is fully dependent on two things: the aggregate blend you select and the timing of the wash.
We have been doing exposed aggregate work in Perth for 30 years. Below is what you need to know about stone selection for the Perth environment, how the job works, what it costs, and how to maintain it properly.
What we pour
Types of exposed aggregate concrete we pour.
Different jobs, different finishes. Here are the most common exposed aggregate concrete jobs we pour across Perth metro. Got something different in mind? Call us with the brief.
Pool Surrounds
Cool-to-walk-on pool surrounds with a textured, non-slip surface and a colour you can match to the pool tiling.
Alfresco & Patios
Outdoor entertaining areas with a textured exposed-agg finish that handles bare feet and BBQ traffic.
Pathways & Garden Paths
Decorative front-garden paths and side-of-house walkways with a durable pebble-texture surface.
Indicative pricing
Exposed Aggregate Concrete pricing in Perth.
Indicative ranges based on standard Perth metro residential jobs. Final price confirmed after a free site visit.
| Stone blend | Typical stone size | Best suited for | Heat absorption |
|---|---|---|---|
| River pebble (natural) | 10 to 14mm | Driveways, paths | Moderate, pale tones help |
| Granite chips (dark) | 10mm | Driveways, contemporary homes | Higher, dark stones get hot |
| Quartz / white pebble | 10mm | Pool surrounds, entertaining areas | Lower, reflects heat well |
| Basalt/bluestone | 10mm | Modern homes, commercial-adjacent | High, dark colour |
| Mixed colour river pebble | 10 to 14mm | Driveways, flexible colour options | Moderate |
| Red/terracotta aggregate | 10mm | Older Perth homes, red-brick matching | Moderate to high |
Common exposed aggregate stone blends used in Perth residential work
What to watch for
Things most concreters won't tell you.
After 30+ years on the tools, here's the stuff we wish every client knew before they signed a quote.
Worth knowing
Featured answer: what is exposed aggregate concrete?
Exposed aggregate concrete is a decorative surface finish where the cement paste is washed from the surface of fresh concrete, revealing the stone aggregate below. The exposed stones provide grip, visual texture and colour. It is used on driveways, pool surrounds and paths across Perth. Sealed with penetrating sealer, it is low-maintenance and durable.
Watch out
Why Perth summer timing matters even more with exposed aggregate
In summer heat above 35 degrees, concrete sets faster and the wash window can shrink from 8 hours to 4 hours. Get it wrong and the paste will not wash off cleanly, you end up with a patchy surface. We adjust mix design and schedule summer pours accordingly.
Worth knowing
Ask to see recent Perth jobs
Exposed aggregate quality varies significantly between concreters. Ask to see photos, or better, a drive-past address, of two jobs done in the last 6 months. The surface should show consistent exposure depth, even stone distribution and clean edges without chipping.
From the crew
“The stone selection conversation takes 10 minutes and affects what your driveway looks like for the next 25 years. Do not skip it.”
What's included
Every exposed aggregate concrete job includes:
This is what comes as standard on every quote. No surprises, no upsells halfway through the pour.
Read: Exposed aggregate vs plain concrete- ✓Can I see the aggregate sample board before committing? (colour varies lot to lot)
- ✓What retarder strength and brand are you using? (affects exposure depth consistency)
- ✓When do you schedule the wash for Perth summer conditions?
- ✓Is sealer included in the quote price?
- ✓Do you cut saw-joints, or apply retarder only at joint lines? (both are valid, just be specific)
- ✓What is your mix design, 25 MPa or 32 MPa? (32 MPa gives better stone bond)
By the numbers
Exposed Aggregate Concrete specs that matter.
25+ yr
Expected lifespan
sealed and maintained
4 to 8 hr
Wash window
after pour, timing critical
10mm
Typical stone size
residential blends
3 to 5 yr
Reseal interval
penetrating sealer
Local spotlight
Exposed Aggregate Concrete in City Beach
See how we approach exposed aggregate concrete jobs in this Perth suburb specifically.
Common questions
Exposed Aggregate Concrete FAQ
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Exposed Aggregate Concrete across Perth metro.
We pour exposed aggregate concrete across all of Perth metro, from Yanchep through to Mandurah and out to the hills. The suburbs below link to dedicated pages with local detail. Don't see your suburb? Call us anyway, we still cover it.