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Pattern Imprinted Driveway in Bedfordshire

On the lookout for pattern imprinted driveways within Bedfordshire? Our pattern imprinted driveway professionals in Bedfordshire can provide you with the very best quotations for getting driveways installed.

Driveways have been popularly concreted or gravelled for many years, but slowly but surely decorative paving techniques have begun to break into the industry.

Known as pattern imprinted concrete, a design is engraved into the mould with colours added too for decoration. Any sort of design can be done, providing the ultimate option for your home's exterior.

With pattern imprinted driveways you also have the opportunity to mimic another surface, including slate, granite, cobbles and also block paving. However, with your own creative imagination you may create something that's visually stunning and attractive.

If you want to find out more on pattern imprinted driveways, simply fill out our quick form.

Average Pattern imprinted driveways cost in Bedfordshire

The common cost of Pattern imprinted driveways is £5000. Costs differ based on the materials and the tradesman selected. The upper price range can be as high as £5750. The material costs are quite often about £1250

Average price per Pattern imprinted driveways job in 2024

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£1,876

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£27,500

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£52,875

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Prices based on actual Pattern imprinted driveways costs for Bedfordshire, as reported by local Quotatis members.

Pattern imprinted driveways installation cost in Bedfordshire 2024

Labour cost £3,500
Material cost £1,250
Waste removal £250
Time frame: 3-5 days

Pattern imprinted driveways searches in March 2024

Pattern imprinted driveways Projects in Bedfordshire in February 2024

10,597

Requests for quotations in Bedfordshire in February 2024

70

Requests for Pattern imprinted driveways quotations in Bedfordshire in February 2024. 312% change from January 2024.

538

Requests for Pattern imprinted driveways quotations in East Of England in February 2024. 320% change from January 2024.

We recorded 10,597 requests for house improvement quotes in Bedfordshire. Of such quotation requests the amount of pattern imprinted driveways (type: pattern driveways, driveway designs etc...) was 70. Quotatis had the ability to match these clients with as many as four suitable specialists that were readily available for work within Bedfordshire at that time.

Source: Numbers calculated based on the search volumes in major search engines

Pattern imprinted driveways searches in cities and towns near Bedfordshire February 2024

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Bedfordshire

The ceremonial county of Bedfordshire consists of a population little more than 600,000, making it the 36th most inhabited region in Britain. Bedfordshire is the 14th most densely populated district in Britain plus the fifth most densely inhabited non-metropolitan county. The fact is, 50 % of the population live in the two important towns of Bedford and Luton. Various other significant towns in the Bedfordshire region are Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard. For any household improvements you're thinking about in Bedfordshire, make certain to make use of vetted and reliable experts to make sure of high quality of work.

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24 Jun

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Luton - LU4

Enquiry from: Francis M

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I would like a quote for a drive way measuring 6.25m by 7.25m

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07 Oct

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Bedford - MK43

Enquiry from: Fran D

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quote and timing for an Ashlar style imprinted drive.

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03 Oct

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Bedford - MK43

Enquiry from: Fran D

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quote and timing for an Ashlar style imprinted drive.

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29 Sep

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Bedford - MK43

Enquiry from: Fran D

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26 Sep

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Bedford - MK43

Enquiry from: Fran D

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quote and timing for an Ashlar style imprinted drive.

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22 Sep

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Bedford - MK43

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quote and timing for an Ashlar style imprinted drive.

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05 Mar

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Luton - LU3

Enquiry from: Ali C

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Owner Pattern Imprinted Paving Block Paving Driveway 2-3 cars 1-3 Months

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13 Aug

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Biggleswade - SG18

Enquiry from: Sinead Y

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*homeowner imprinted concrete driveway supplied and fitted please call to appoint

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16 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Luton - LU4

Enquiry from: Shiv B

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driveway ,and garden path are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: semi detached do you require: crazy paving / slabs roughly how big is the driveway area: 1-2 cars what level of s...

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01 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Leighton Buzzard - LU7

Enquiry from: Gifford B

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***m patio slabs removing and replacing with printed concrete are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you require: resin patterned what work do you need to ha...

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18 Aug

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Bedford - MK43

Enquiry from: ASH N

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laying paving stones to extend patio. change the back garden low maintenance back garden.

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30 May

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Bedford - MK45

Enquiry from: Sam D

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4meter by 4 meter patio

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20 May

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Bedford - MK41

Enquiry from: Nathalie M

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front driveway, imprinted concrete are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you require: resin patterned roughly how big is the driveway area: 2-3 cars what level o...

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25 Nov

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Bedford - MK42

Enquiry from: MA B

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Property owner Pattern driveway Please call to appoint

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15 Aug

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Luton - LU3

Enquiry from: Harnek S

Start Date: Immediate

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Other Forms: None Please call to appoint

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10 Jul

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Luton - LU4

Enquiry from: Jacqueline W

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mydrivewayprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Property owner: Relative of owner, Work description: small drive for 1 car needs resurfacing an...

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24 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Bedford - MK43

Enquiry from: David B

Start Date: Immediate

An in/out driveway.

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23 Apr

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Dunstable - LU5

Enquiry from: Darren O

Start Date: Immediate

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Do you require: Pattern Imprinted Paving What work do you need to have done: Driveway Roughly how big is the driveway are...

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03 Nov

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Luton - LU2

Enquiry from: Vincent B

Start Date: Immediate

Patterned imprinted drive Home Owner Supplied and Fitted Call to Appoint

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19 Oct

Paving & Driveway | Pattern Imprinted

Luton - LU3

Enquiry from: Amanda B

Start Date: Less than one month

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Do you require: Pattern Imprinted Paving What work do you need to have done: Other Roughly how much area are you looking...

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FAQs

Are patterned concrete driveways durable?
Yes, patterned concrete driveways are very durable. Concrete, once set, is extremely strong and will take the weight of your car or cars easily. Most installers say that a pattern imprinted concrete driveway will last at least 10 years, but some may last as long as 25 years.The key to keeping your patterned concrete driveway in tip top condition is regular maintenance and swift repair. While there isn’t much maintenance to be done, sweeping the driveway regularly and washing off any oil or petrol spills will stop erosion. If you do notice any problems with your driveway, it’s best to get someone to come and inspect and repair it as soon as possible before any issues become too large. A good way to increase the durability of your patterned driveway is to ensure that it’s laid on a high quality sub-base. To cut costs, you may consider laying it on your existing tarmac or block driveway, but this should only be done if it’s in good condition and there are no signs of sinking. If the sub-base does sink during the lifetime of your concrete driveway, there’s no way to solve it – other than digging up the driveway and starting from scratch.

How to lay pattern imprinted concrete?
Laying pattern imprinted concrete is not an easy task. There’s a reason why nearly 50% of the costs are for labour – because it’s a specialist job that requires skill. We’ll go through the process of how to lay pattern imprinted concrete here, but we would always recommend that you call a professional to do it for you.
  1. Prepare the sub-baseThe driveway company will excavate, or dig, the existing surface down to a depth of around 200mm. They will remove any debris from the area may place it in a skip or arrange for it to be removed in another way. When they dig down to the sub-base of your previous driveway, they will assess how much hardcore they need and arrange for that to be delivered to the site. They will then spread the hardcore across the sub-base to create a level surface to pour the concrete on. Most good contractors will apply a gel to any walls and doors to protect them from concrete splashes. They will also add any gulley tops, manhole covers or shuttering that’s required.
  2. Installation and imprintingNext, the tradespeople will have the concrete either poured from a large mixer vehicle or barrow it in from a mixer and pour onto the surface. They level it with rakes, then add a colour surface hardener in a colour of your choice. This will give the driveway its permanent colour. They will then wait until the concrete has hardened to the correct consistency for imprinting the pattern, then will use special tools and stencils to make the pattern that you asked for. They will then spread a colour powder called a release agent over the surface, and leave to dry for 1 to 2 days depending on the weather conditions.
  3. CleaningWhen the contractors return, they will add crack control cuts into the concrete. This is important because concrete expands and contracts in the heat, so there needs to be some give to stop any larger cracks from forming. Then everything is power washed clean, and a chemical wash is also used on the concrete to ensure it’s completely dust-free. The installers will ensure all your walls and doors are clean, which will hopefully be an easy job if they used wall gel.
  4. SealingThe final step is to seal the driveway. There needs to have been at least two dry days before the tradespeople can do it, so you might find it’s best to have your pattern imprinted driveway installed in the summer. The contractors will blow any debris away from the surface and dry any damp areas where necessary. They will then add an anti-slip agent to the sealant and brush it on. It’s best to not walk or drive onto your new concrete driveway for about 4 days after sealing to allow everything to set. But after that, you’re ready to use your new driveway!
How much is a patterned concrete driveway?
Patterned concrete driveways are a perfect option for your home if you want to inject some colour and quirkiness to the front of your property. Concrete used to be boring, but now it can be imprinted with patterns and made into almost any colour, they’re a sought-after home improvement. But how much is a patterned concrete driveway? Of course, it depends on a few factors, such as:
  • Where you live
  • How big you want your driveway to be
  • What colour or design you would like
  • Whether any additional work will need to be completed to prepare the area for the driveway
Generally, a 40m2 pattern imprinted concrete driveway, that will fit 1 or 2 cars, will set you back around £3,750. If you have a 100m2 driveway that will fit lots of cars, you’ll be looking at the £9,000 mark.It’s not a quick and easy job, so you’re mostly paying for labour. This might put you off and make you consider doing it yourself, but there’s a reason why the labour costs are high – because it’s a specialist task. It’s best to leave it to the professionals, so if you want to try to save money there are other ways you can cut back.See if your pattern imprinted driveway can be laid on an existing sub-baseIf you’ve already got a block or tarmac driveway that’s in relatively good condition, you may be able to ask your installer about whether they can lay your concrete driveway over the top. However, since your driveway is likely to already be up to the level of your property boundary, it might not be possible to lay your pattern imprinted one straight over the top. If you have a garage it might block the entrance, or the new driveway could even breach your damp proof course. If this is the case, then the old driveway will need to be dug up and a new sub-base laid.

What colours and patterns are available for paving?

Paving comes in a wide range of colours and patterns. Consider using a contrasting colour for the edges of your patio or driveway for a tidy effect. A paving specialist can advise you on different combinations possible, alternatively, have a look online at what products, shapes and colours are produced.

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