YOUR LOCAL CONCRETING PARTNERLiquid Limestone Perth
Liquid limestone is a distinctive concrete concrete product featured in Perth’s suburbs. It is a poured limestone-look surface that captures the warmth and natural feel of limestone paving in a seamless finish. It is a strong choice for driveways, pool surrounds, footpaths and outdoor living areas, and ideal if you want the look of limestone without the joints, weeds or maintenance of pavers.
What is liquid limestone? Liquid limestone is a specialised concrete product made by combining cement, crushed limestone aggregate and oxide colouring to create a mix that cures into a finished surface that resembles natural limestone. Different to standard concrete, the liquid limestone gives the finished product its distinctive colour and softer texture.
Liquid limestone is poured in a single continuous slab with lines cut into which gives it the look of limestone pavers. The finished surface has no gaps and no individual pieces, making it lower maintenance than paving while delivering a similar aesthetic. It is well-suited to Perth because the limestone palette ties naturally to the City’s coastal architecture.
Why choose liquid limestone in Perth?
LIMESTONE AESTHETICS: Liquid limestone has the limestone aesthetic, without the paving problems. No joints to weed, no individual pavers to replace, no movement or unevenness over time. You get the look of limestone in a seamless surface.
SLIP-RESISTANT: The textured surface provides reliable grip even when wet, which is a key feature for pool surrounds and footpaths.
BUILT FOR PERTH: The limestone look is at home in coastal suburbs (Cottesloe, City Beach, Sorrento, Mindarie) and against rendered or limestone cladding architecture across the city. The product also handles Perth’s UV and temperature well.
COST COMPETITIVE: Liquid limestone is a cost competitive option when compared with paving. Once labour, materials, base prep and ongoing maintenance are considered, liquid limestone often comes in below paving over the long run.
CUSTOMISABLE COLOUR: Standard limestone cream and grey are our most popular choice options for limestone concrete.
Where LIQUID LIMESTONE works best
Concrete driveways: Liquid limestone is a popular driveway choice in Perth, specifically for Hampton style and coastal homes.
Concrete pool surrounds: Slip resistance and cool underfoot during Perth’s summers, liquid limestone complements well with limestone style pool tiling.
Concrete footpaths: Pathways through gardens, side passages and courtyards.
Outdoor living areas: Alfrescos and patios, particularly where the home itself uses limestone and rendered finishes.
FAQ
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Liquid limestone is a type of concrete, but with limestone aggregate rather than standard granite or river stone in the mix. The chemistry, structural performance and installation are the same. Where the difference lies is in the aggregate, the colour and the finished aesthetic.
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Liquid limestone surface typically lasts 25-40 years with regular resealing.
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Liquid limestone in Perth typically ranges from $90 to $180+ per square metre. Pricing is on a project-by-project basis, and depends on the area, site conditions, material selection, and any extra work such as excavation or formwork. Smaller areas with difficult access generally sit at the upper range of the square metre scale, and larger areas sit closer to the lower end. Contact us for a quote specific to your project and requirements. We aim to get back to you within 24 to 48 hours!
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The natural limestone colour is UV stable and won’t significantly fade. Some colours can lighten or change over many years of intense sun exposure, but the change is typically subtle and even.
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The light limestone colour reflects more heat than darker concrete finishes. So, it is typically cooler underfoot than dark tiling or pavers, or dark exposed aggregate or coloured concrete. It is a real benefit around pool surrounds for this reason.
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Typically, yes. Minor cracks can be filled with colour-matched repair compound. Larger cracks, caused by structural movement, may require sectional repair. Contact us if you have any questions regarding any cracking in your liquid limestone, and we can discuss available options.
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Liquid limestone is generally lower maintenance, such as no weeds, and can be a more cost-effective option long term. Paving offers easier individual repair and the option of mixing paver sizes for design effect. We are happy to talk you through which suits your project and requirements.
Why choose COLACRETE?
We are concreting business based in Perth with a team of skilled and reliable concreting professionals. Our director, Eddie, was raised by a fellow concreter, and has 20 years concreting experience. He differentiates from other concreters as he comes from an engineering background, having worked as an engineer for multiple years on major projects for tier one companies across Perth. Eddie is well-liked and prioritises providing value to Colacrete’s range of clients.
Colacrete is a proud member of the Housing Industry Association (HIA), Masters Builders Association (MBA) and Concrete Institute of Australia (CIA). Colacrete works across residential, commercial and industrial projects throughout Perth and surrounding areas, such as Noranda, Joondalup, Cockburn Central, Rossmoyne and Attadale.
Contact us today to discuss your liquid limestone project.
You might also be interested in our exposed aggregate, honed concrete, polished concrete, or normal grey concrete.
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