Why Utah Homeowners Choose Functional Concrete Over Decorative Options

🏔️ Utah’s Climate Isn’t Ideal for Decorative Concrete

Here’s why homeowners are skipping decorative finishes:

• Freeze-thaw cycles in most parts of the state can cause stamped or stained surfaces to crack and flake over time.

• Sealing and resealing decorative concrete every 1–2 years adds ongoing maintenance costs.

• UV exposure at Utah’s high elevations can fade decorative colors and coatings quickly.

Plain or broom-finished concrete holds up better in Park City, Salt Lake City, Lehi, St. George, and everywhere in between.

🧱 What Utah Homeowners Actually Need

Most homeowners we work with aren’t looking for frills—they want concrete that’s:

• Long-lasting

• Safe to walk on in the winter

• Strong enough to support structures and vehicles

• Low-maintenance

That’s why we specialize in:

• Footings and foundations for new homes

• Flatwork like driveways, walkways, and garage slabs

• Retaining walls to support slopes or prevent erosion

These are the backbone of the build—not the cosmetics.

🔍 Decorative Isn’t Always Practical in Utah

Let’s be honest: stamped concrete looks nice—at first. But many homeowners are shocked when:

• It chips or fades after just a few winters

• Salt and deicers eat through the finish

• Resealing costs add up fast

That’s why we stick to practical, performance-based concrete work that holds up for decades—not just a couple of seasons.

👷 Why Choose Sandstone Concrete Design

We’re a Utah-based contractor that does the job right from the ground up. Our clients hire us for structural work—not surface flash.

We don’t mess with fads. We build footings that pass inspection, foundations that hold homes steady, and flatwork that doesn’t crack in the cold.

📍 Proudly serving Salt Lake County, Utah County, Wasatch County, Summit County, and surrounding areas.

📞 Contact us today for a no-hassle estimate.