RICHMOND, BC • SERVING METRO VANCOUVER
Exposed Aggregate Concrete in Richmond & Metro Vancouver
We pour exposed aggregate driveways, walkways and patios. Craig and Hebertson run every job.
Tell us where the project is and what you want. Photos help, but aren't required.
The Problem
What Exposed Aggregate Is
Exposed aggregate is concrete where the top layer of cement paste is washed off to show the stone underneath. It gives grip when it's wet and a natural stone look. Chilliwack rock is a popular local choice — a rounded river rock in mixed colours.
What We Do
How this service works
We build and compact the base, set forms and rebar, pour and place the concrete, then wash the surface to expose the stone. Control joints break the walkway or driveway into sections so it cracks where we want it to, not all over.
Scope
What's included — and what isn't
Every quote identifies the scope, the handoff, and what is by others. Here's what this service typically covers.
Included scope
- Removal and haul-away of existing concrete where needed
- Excavation, granular base and compaction
- Forming to layout and elevation
- Reinforcement within the quoted scope
- Concrete placement and finishing
- Surface wash to expose the stone
- Control joints to break the area into sections
By others / exclusions
- Subgrade or geotechnical requirements beyond the agreed scope
- Utility, drainage or electrical work by other trades
- Permits and municipal approvals where required
Process
How the work proceeds
A clear sequence so you know what happens and when.
- 1
Base and compaction
We excavate to depth, bring in gravel and compact it so the base is solid.
- 2
Forms and rebar
Forms set to layout and slope, with rebar or mesh laid in for the pour.
- 3
Pour and place
Concrete is placed and levelled across the formed area.
- 4
Wash to expose the stone
The top layer of cement paste is washed off to show the stone underneath.
- 5
Control joints
Joints are cut or tooled to break the walkway or driveway into sections.
Options
Finishes, applications & suitability
Chilliwack rock
A rounded river rock in greys, blacks and warm tones — a common exposed aggregate choice around Vancouver.
Other aggregate
Different rock sizes and colours are available. We go over the options with you before the pour.
Driveways, walkways and patios
Exposed aggregate works for any of these — the surface gives good grip when it's wet.
Why Can Concrete
How we approach this work
Craig and Hebertson run every exposed aggregate job. We do the base, the forming, the pour and the wash, so it's one crew from tear-out to the finished stone surface.
A clear, coordinated scope
Your written quote sets out the agreed work, the handoff, and what is by others — so responsibilities are defined before the work begins, and changes are discussed before they proceed.
Recent Work
Project examples of this work
Real Can Concrete projects that included this service. Open any project to see the full scope, photos and result.
Cost
What affects project cost
We don't publish prices or instant quotes. These are the factors that shape a written quote.
- Size of the exposed aggregate area
- How much old concrete has to come out
- Base depth and material
- Aggregate type and colour
- Access for trucks and pump
FAQ
Questions about this service
Is exposed aggregate slippery?+
No. The exposed stone surface gives good grip when it's wet, which is one of the reasons it's used for walkways and driveways.
What is Chilliwack rock?+
A rounded river rock in mixed colours — greys, blacks and warm tones — that's common for exposed aggregate around Vancouver.
Can you do exposed aggregate driveways?+
Yes. We pour exposed aggregate driveways, walkways and patios.
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Planning an Exposed Aggregate Project?
Tell us what you want exposed aggregate for and where. Add photos or a rough size when you have them. We'll review the rock and colour with you before the pour.