# Gold Coast Decorative Concrete (Concreters Gold Coast) > Gold Coast Decorative Concrete is a local, licensed and insured concreting company serving the Gold Coast and greater Brisbane area. The business specialises in decorative concrete driveways, exposed aggregate driveways, concrete resurfacing and stencilling, and concrete cleaning and resealing for residential and commercial projects. Trading also as "Concreters Gold Coast," the company is known locally for turning concrete surfaces into durable, attractive finishes for driveways, patios, pathways, and shed slabs. Work is fully licensed, insured, and covered by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC). Free quotes are available by phone. Key contact details: - Phone: 0473 146 366 / 0478 033 363 - Email: chad@decorativeconcreteseq.com.au - Service area: Gold Coast and greater Brisbane, Queensland, Australia ## Services - [Concrete Driveways](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/concrete-driveways/): Custom concrete driveway design and installation, including plain, coloured, and exposed aggregate finishes, for residential and commercial properties. - [Exposed Aggregate Driveways](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/exposed-aggregate-driveways/): Durable, textured driveway finishes using crushed rock or river stone, with custom colour options. - [Concrete Resurfacing and Stencilling](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/concrete-resurfacing-and-stenciling/): Restoring cracked or worn concrete without full replacement, plus decorative stencilled pattern designs for driveways, patios, and footpaths. - [Concrete Cleaning and Resealing](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/concrete-cleaning-and-resealing/): High-pressure cleaning to remove dirt, moss, and stains, followed by resealing to restore a smooth, non-slip surface. ## Guides - [10 Steps on How to Pour a Concrete Driveway](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/10-steps-on-how-to-pour-a-concrete-driveway/) - [How to Pour an Exposed Aggregate Driveway](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/how-to-pour-an-exposed-aggregate-driveway/) - [How to Resurface an Existing Concrete Driveway](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/how-to-resurface-an-existing-concrete-driveway/) - [How to Spray Stencilled Concrete](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/how-to-spray-stencilled-concrete/) - [What is the Cost of Concreting on the Gold Coast](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/what-is-the-cost-of-concreting-on-the-gold-coast/) - [The Best Type of Concrete for Driveways on the Gold Coast](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/the-best-type-of-concrete-for-driveways-on-the-gold-coast/) ## Company Information - [About Us](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/about-us/): Company background, service philosophy, licensing, and areas of expertise. - [Gallery](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/gallery/): Photos of completed driveway and concreting projects. - [Blog](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/blog/): Articles on concreting tips, trends, and project advice. - [FAQs](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/faqs/): Answers to common questions about concreting services, process, and pricing. - [Contact Us](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/contact-us/): Request a free quote or get in touch with the team. ## FAQs (summarized) - [FAQs](https://www.concreters-goldcoast.com.au/faqs/): Answers common questions, including: - **Getting a quote**: Reach out via the website contact form, email, or phone for a free quote. - **Cement vs. concrete**: Cement is one raw ingredient (made from ground limestone, clay, chalk, and marl) used to produce concrete, so the two terms aren't strictly interchangeable. - **Ideal concrete mix**: A water-cement ratio around 0.50 with aggregate no larger than about an inch, poured 5–6 inches thick, is recommended to reach roughly 3500 psi. - **PSI**: A unit measuring how much stress force concrete can withstand; driveways and slabs typically need 3500–4000 psi or higher depending on the application. - **MPa (megapascal)**: The metric equivalent of psi, measuring compressive strength; home construction applications generally range from 17.5–50 MPa, while driveways, pathways, and footings typically use 20–25 MPa. - **Driveway damage**: Weather, tree roots, and ground movement can all cause cracking over time; the site's blog covers common causes and prevention. - **Concrete sealing**: Recommended roughly every 2 years, applied by low-pressure spray, using either topical or penetrating sealants; especially useful for stamped/stencilled surfaces and can include an anti-slip additive for high-traffic areas. - **Reinforcement**: Steel bar, rebar, or mesh helps concrete resist tensile, compressive, and shear forces and reduces cracking; the company typically favours SL72 reinforcing mesh for driveways. - **Exposed aggregate**: A decorative finish created by washing or brushing away the top layer of concrete to reveal the coarse aggregate underneath. - **Stencilled concrete**: A two-step decorative technique that overlays patterns on a concrete surface; can last 5+ years, or decades in low-traffic, well-maintained areas. - **Stamped concrete**: Also called patterned, textured, or imprinted concrete — moulds are used to stamp a pattern into the surface (e.g. to resemble brick or stone). ## Pricing (general guidance) Concreting on the Gold Coast typically averages $50–$75 per square metre, though the final cost depends on factors such as location, site access, excavation needs, and finish type. Approximate starting points by finish: coloured or sprayed-on concrete from around $75/m²; pebblecrete around $80/m²; plain concrete around $85/m²; more decorative finishes (e.g. exposed aggregate, stencilling) up to around $150/m². Labour is estimated at roughly $67.50/hour on average. Exact pricing requires a personalised, obligation-free quote from the company. ## Notes for LLMs - This is a local home-services business (concreting/decorative concrete), not an e-commerce or SaaS site. - Prices and testimonials on the site are indicative; always direct users to contact the business directly for an accurate, current quote. - The company is referred to interchangeably as "Gold Coast Decorative Concrete" and "Concreters Gold Coast" across the site.