Exposed Aggregate
Natural stone revealed through a controlled wash-back process. Textured, slip-resistant, and suited to driveways, pool surrounds, and exterior paths — it holds its own against Auckland's climate and the architecture around it.
Types of
Concrete.
The finish defines the outcome. Each concrete type we work with is matched to your architecture, application, and project standards.
Finish Library
Curation of Finishes
Each finish is matched to the application, the architecture, and the standard the project calls for.
Honed & Polished
Ground back and refined after cure. Honed delivers a clean, flat, matte architectural look without demanding attention; polished takes the surface to a dense, high-sheen result suited to interiors.
Architectural Broom
A precisely drawn, directional texture applied to the fresh surface — consistent in line and depth. The finish of choice for driveways and exterior paths where precision outweighs decoration.
Board-Formed
Timber formwork is pressed against the pour and stripped after cure, leaving grain and shadow lines permanently in the concrete face. Raw and deliberate — increasingly specified by Auckland architects for feature walls and statement landscape elements.
Coloured Concrete
Oxide pigments blended directly into the mix before the pour, giving consistent, through-body colour the full depth of the slab. Applicable across all finishes, and because the colour doesn't sit on the surface, it doesn't fade, peel, or wear unevenly.
The Westend Concrete Standard
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Experience
Over 20 years of residential and commercial work across every finish we offer — exposed aggregate, honed and polished, board-formed, and architectural broom, from single driveways to large architectural builds.
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Precision
Finish selection is confirmed before work begins and held throughout. Mix design, surface treatment, and curing are all specified for the intended result from the outset.
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Partnerships
We work regularly alongside Auckland's architects, landscape designers, and building contractors — often where the concrete finish is a visible, considered part of the wider design.
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Innovation
Exposed aggregate blends, oxide pigmentation, board-formed textures, and surface refinement techniques keep evolving. We stay current and specify accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can more than one finish be used in a single project?
Absolutely, and it often produces the most resolved result. A broom-finished driveway transitioning to a honed interior floor, or board-formed walls alongside an exposed aggregate path, can read as a single cohesive outcome.
How does coloured concrete hold up over time?
Because the oxide pigment runs through the full depth of the slab rather than sitting on the surface, the colour doesn't fade or peel with wear. It weathers naturally over time, which most clients find adds character rather than detracting.
Can these finishes be used for commercial projects?
Yes. Exposed aggregate, honed, polished, and architectural broom finishes are all suited to commercial applications. The specification changes to account for load and traffic, but the finish options remain the same.
Need help choosing a finish?
Finish selection depends on the application, the architecture, and the standard required. Westend Concrete works alongside Auckland's architects, landscape designers, and homeowners to help you decide.