Exposed Aggregate Concrete in Santa Barbara, CA

A durable, high-traction finish using pea gravel, local river rock, or crushed granite — practical for driveways, pool surrounds, and walkways.

Professional Exposed Aggregate Concrete in Santa Barbara, CA

A durable, high-traction finish using pea gravel, local river rock, or crushed granite — practical for driveways, pool surrounds, and walkways.

Surface Retarder Process — Exposed Aggregate in Santa Barbara, CA

Surface Retarder Process

We apply a surface retarder, then wash the paste off the next morning with pressure and a light acid rinse to reveal the stone beneath.

Local Aggregate Options — Exposed Aggregate in Santa Barbara, CA

Local Aggregate Options

Pea gravel for economy, Santa Barbara river rock blends for visual variation, crushed granite for a cooler gray tone, or seeded glass and black basalt for accent bands.

Stain Resistance — Exposed Aggregate in Santa Barbara, CA

Stain Resistance

The result hides staining better than smooth broom work, a practical choice for driveways, pool surrounds, and shared walkways.

Built for Santa Barbara Conditions

Exposed aggregate removes the top layer of cement paste to reveal the stone underneath, giving a durable, high-traction finish that's a common choice for pool surrounds and sloped driveways.

Sealing every 2 to 3 years keeps the stones bright and reduces salt spray etching near the waterfront — a maintenance interval we plan around for coastal Santa Barbara properties.

Exposed Aggregate Concrete in Santa Barbara, CA FAQs

What aggregate options do you offer?

Pea gravel, Santa Barbara river rock blends, crushed granite, and seeded glass or black basalt for accent bands.

Why choose exposed aggregate for a driveway?

The exposed stone provides better traction than smooth concrete and hides staining well, both useful on sloped driveways.

How is it applied?

We apply a surface retarder, then wash the paste off the next morning with pressure and a light acid rinse.

How often does it need resealing?

Every 2 to 3 years, which also reduces salt spray etching on properties near the waterfront.

Get a Exposed Aggregate Concrete Estimate

Call 805-424-5998 or request a quote online.

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