Concrete Driveways Perth
Honed and polished concrete driveways, ground and sealed for Perth conditions.
Designer Floors grinds, hones and polishes concrete driveways across Perth. We finish new slabs after the pour and bring tired exposed aggregate driveways back to a smooth, clean surface. With over 15 years in the trade, we will tell you which finish suits your slope, your car and how you use the space.
Book a free measure and quote or call Paul on 0499 100 536.
Honed or Polished? Choosing Your Driveway Finish
Honed and polished driveways start the same way. We grind the slab with diamond tooling to cut back the surface and expose the stone. The difference is how far we take it.
| Honed driveway | Polished driveway | |
|---|---|---|
| Look | Matte to satin, natural stone | Satin to high sheen, reflects light |
| Grip when wet | Good with a more slip-resistant sealer | Lower; needs a more slip-resistant sealer and a lower gloss level |
| Heat underfoot | Stays cooler in summer | Similar, slightly warmer with darker mixes |
| Hides tyre marks and dust | Better | Shows more |
| Best for | Open driveways, slopes, front entries | Covered carports, flat entries, feature driveways |
Most Perth homeowners choose honed for an open driveway. Polished suits a flat or covered area where the look comes first.
Honed Concrete Driveways
A honed concrete driveway gives you the stone of exposed aggregate with a smooth, flat surface that is easy on bare feet and easy to hose clean. It is the finish we recommend for most Perth driveways.
We grind to the depth you choose. A light grind gives a soft “cream” look with a few stones showing. A deeper grind opens up a salt and pepper or full aggregate finish. We then seal with a UV-stable, more slip-resistant sealer so the surface holds its colour through Perth summers and keeps its grip after rain.
Honing a new driveway
We work alongside your builder or concreter. Once the slab has cured, we grind, hone and seal it to the finish you picked from our samples. Talk to us before the pour so the mix and aggregate suit the look you want.
Honing an existing exposed aggregate driveway
If your exposed aggregate driveway is rough, stained or hard to keep clean, we can grind back the high points of the stone. You keep the decorative aggregate and lose the sharp texture that traps dirt and leaf litter. If the slab is sound, honing and resealing usually costs far less than ripping out and re-pouring.
Read more about the benefits of a honed concrete driveway.
Polished Concrete Driveways
A polished concrete driveway goes further than honing. We step through finer diamond pads and densify the slab until it takes on a sheen, from a soft satin to a near-mirror finish. It makes a strong first impression and resists oil and grease stains well.
Keeping a polished driveway safe
A high-gloss polish can be slippery when wet. For driveways we keep the sheen at satin or semi-gloss and finish with a more slip-resistant sealer. On a slope or an open driveway that takes regular rain, we will usually recommend honed instead. We would rather tell you that upfront than have you skid on your own driveway.
Where polished works best
- Covered carports and garage aprons
- Flat entries and porte cocheres
- Feature driveways that flow into polished floors inside
- Commercial entries, showrooms and display driveways (see our commercial and retail polished concrete)
Not sure which finish suits your driveway? Book a free measure and quote and we will bring samples to your site.
Our Concrete Driveway Process
- Site visit and samples. We measure, check the slab for cracks and movement, and show you honed and polished samples on site.
- Quote. You get a fixed quote based on area, slab condition, grind depth and finish.
- Repairs and preparation. We fill cracks and treat stains before grinding. More on our concrete grinding and floor preparation.
- Grind, hone or polish. We grind with diamond tooling to the depth and sheen you chose.
- Seal. We apply a UV-stable, more slip-resistant sealer.
- Handover. Foot traffic after 24 hours, cars after 72 hours, plus care instructions.
Colour and Aggregate Options
The stone in your slab sets the final look. Popular Perth choices are light greys for a modern home, warm creams and browns to match limestone, and dark charcoal mixes for contrast. Integral colour is added to the mix before the pour; stains and tinted sealers can adjust the tone of an existing slab. Ask us about samples, or browse driveway projects in our gallery.
Caring for Your Driveway
A honed or polished driveway needs a sweep, a hose down and a pressure clean now and then. Clean oil drips early. Reseal every two to three years to protect against stains and keep the grip. Our guide to maintaining your honed or polished concrete driveway covers the rest.
Why Perth Homeowners Choose Designer Floors
- Grinding specialists. Honing and polishing is all we do, using Husqvarna HiPERFLOOR equipment and methods.
- Honest advice. If honed will serve you better than polished, or exposed aggregate is enough, we say so.
- Builder trusted. Perth builders use us to finish their slabs.
- Owner on site. Paul quotes and oversees every job.
“Alita Constructions regularly uses the services of Designer Floors WA and is always pleased with the quality of workmanship, professionalism and attention to detail.” Alastair Kleyn, Director, Alita Constructions
Concrete Driveway FAQs
Is a honed concrete driveway slippery?
Not when it is sealed correctly. We finish honed driveways with a more slip-resistant sealer that gives grip in wet weather. Very steep driveways may still need extra texture, and we will flag that at the measure.
Is a polished concrete driveway slippery when wet?
A high-gloss polish can be. For driveways we keep the sheen lower and add a more slip-resistant sealer. On sloped or open driveways we usually recommend honed instead.
Will tyres leave marks on a honed driveway?
Turning tyres can leave light marks on any smooth concrete, especially when the car is turned while stationary. A quality sealer makes marks easier to clean, and a mid-tone or aggregate-heavy finish hides them better than a plain light grey.
Can you hone or polish my existing driveway?
Yes, if the slab is sound. We assess cracks, movement and old coatings at the free measure. Honing an existing exposed aggregate driveway is often far cheaper than replacing it.
How often does a honed concrete driveway need resealing?
Every two to three years, depending on sun, traffic and how often it gets washed.
Get a Free Measure and Quote
Ready for a honed or polished concrete driveway in Perth? Paul will measure your driveway, show you samples on site and give you a fixed quote.
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