What we do
Hard Surface Living
Patios to entertain on, paths that tie the section together, and decorative finishes that lift the whole place.The hard surfaces that turn the outside of your home into somewhere you actually want to be — patios to entertain on, pathways that tie the section together, and decorative finishes that lift the whole section.
In short
Hard surfaces you actually live on.
A patio you can pull the table onto, a path that doesn't turn to mud in winter, a decorative finish that makes an impression — these are the surfaces that decide how the outside of your home feels day to day. We lay them on a proper base and finish them tidy, so they carry the wear and still look sharp years down the track.
Laid on a proper base
Prep, compaction and reinforcing done right, so the surface won't crack, sink or lift.
Finished to match
Colour, texture and finish carried across patio, paths and entrance so the whole section ties together.
One tidy crew
The same local team from first cut to final clean-up, with the site left tidy every day.
What we cover
Every hard surface, sorted.
01
Patios
Outdoor living areas that connect the house to the garden — smooth, textured or decorative concrete, sized for the way you actually entertain.
02
Pathways
Paths and walkways that tie the whole section together — safe, level and finished to match your patio and driveway so it all reads as one job.
03
Decorative
Feature paths with a decorative finish — exposed aggregate, coloured or patterned concrete that turns a plain walkway into part of the look, not just a way to get around.
Finishes & colours
Choose how your concrete looks.
The finish is where a concrete surface gets its character. These are the exposed-aggregate blends and coloured finishes we lay most across Christchurch — photographed from the real sample boards in our showroom, so on-screen colours are a guide, not an exact match. Pick any two below to compare them side by side, or come in and run your hand across the real thing.
Tap a finish below to load it into the left panel.
Exposed aggregate blends
7 finishesColoured & sponged finishes
11 finishesHow it works
How a hard surface job runs.
A clear path from first chat to finished surface — you always know what's happening and what's next.
Site visit & measure
We come to your place, take the measurements and levels, and talk through how you want to use the space.
Fixed quote
You get a clear, itemised price up front — finish, area and access all accounted for, so nothing moves once we start.
Prep & pour
We set out, box up, prepare the base and pour — one crew, turning up when we say and keeping the site tidy.
Finish & clean-up
We finish to the agreed look, cut the joints, and tidy the site so you're left with just the surface.
FAQs
Good to know.
Can you match a new patio to my existing concrete?
In most cases, yes — we'll do our best to match colour and finish, though some variation is normal with concrete. We'll be upfront about what's achievable before we start.
How long before I can use a new patio or path?
You can usually walk on it within a day or two, but we recommend keeping heavy loads off for about a week while it cures. We'll give you exact timings on the day.
What decorative finishes can you do for paths?
Exposed aggregate, coloured concrete, and cut patterns or borders are the most popular. We'll match the finish across your patio and paths so the whole section reads as one job.
How much does a patio cost?
Every job is different, so we quote each on its own. After a site visit you get a fixed, itemised price with no surprises once we're on the tools.
Get a quote
Let's get your job poured.
Give us a call or send a message and we'll pop round for a look. No pressure and no sales pitch — just a fair price and a start date.
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Mon–Fri, 8:30am–5pm
186 Carlyle StreetSydenham, Christchurch
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