Texoma Concrete Effects, owned and operated by Keith Bishop, is a unique company specializing in decorative concrete. We take ordinary concrete and transform it into an extraordinary work of art.

Concrete Engraving is a process developed to transform plain concrete to the elegant look of brick, tile, or stone. There is no need to tear out existing concrete to upgrade the appearance of your home or business.

Concrete engraving is not a coating. It is engraved into existing concrete. The design is in the concrete, not on it. Texoma Concrete Effects uses the Engrave-A-CreteŽ system, which consists of several combined, processes that remodels concrete to produce a pleasing appearance. A deep penetrating Pigmented or chemical/acid stain is used to transform the color. Then a permanent, precise, deep pattern is engraved (cut) into the hard concrete with a patented concrete engraver. Many designs, logos and patterns are available including brick, circular brick, flagstone, cobblestone, decorative tile and more. Concrete engraving is a profitable investment, adding distinctive value and beauty to your home or business.

The Concrete Engraving process is clean, fast, and leaves the surrounding area undisturbed. We use accurate, patented, concrete engraving equipment to beautify your concrete.

Concrete engraving is a revolutionary patented process that affordably transforms ordinary gray concrete surfaces into beautiful decorative patterns.

Texoma Concrete Effects offers cleaning, staining, and sealing of your existing concrete. The engraving process is clean and simple.
Here is a step-by-step description of the process:

	*	First, your concrete is thoroughly cleaned, prepared and then the color of your choice is applied using a penetrating stain. A wide variety of colors are available to harmonize and enhance the decor of your home.
	*	Next, the design you have chosen is engraved into your existing concrete slab.
	*	Surface is cleaned again and a sealer is applied.
	*	Your project is complete in just a few days depending on the size of the area done of course, beautifying your surroundings.

Driveways, Sidewalks & Patios

Tired of cracks and ugly stains? We transform your concrete into a pattern of brick, tile slate or cobble stone without the use of a topping. Toppings will crack, chip, or peal. Our process is permanently engraved into the concrete and will last forever.

Pool Decks

Our deck surface is an easy maintenance easy clean surface. Typical pool deck surfaces are porous. As a result it holds onto dirt, mold and mildew making it difficult to clean. The only way to keep it clean is with a power washer and chemicals.  With our deck all that is needed for cleaning is a typical hose and squeegee.

Interior Floors

Acid stained floors give a look of warmth and natural beauty. Acid stained floors can either be sealed with a clear coat of epoxy, urethane or acrylic.

Our Services

	*	Driveways, Sidewalks & Patios
	*	Pool Decking
	*	Interior Flooring
	*	Reactive Acid Stain
	*	Pigmented Stains
	*	Circular Brick
	*	Linear Brick
	*	Cobblestone
	*	Flagstone
	*	Ashlar Slate
	*	River Rock
	*	Personal Logos
	*	Any Concrete Surface

Custom Designed Engraving

The design patterns that can be engraved into existing concrete are virtually unlimited. We can engrave just about any design you desire, and if you have a company logo, we can do that too!

The ?personal touches? that can be engraved in your existing concrete patio, garage, basement floor, front porch or any concrete area are endless. Below are just a few examples:

	*	House numbers into your driveway or walkway
	*	A motorcycle in the garage floor
	*	A basketball in your sports room floor
	*	Your initials
	*	Your company logo in entry way of your business
	*	Sting rays on the pool deck

The possibilities are unlimited, use your imagination!

Texoma Concrete Effects specializes in chemical staining that creates a one of a kind floor that cannot be duplicated. Each concrete surface will accept the stains differently based on chemical makeup, age, porosity, mix design, texture, ambient conditions and initial color of the substrate. The stains react chemically at the surface, penetrating and leaving unique permanent color effects. This is a stain, not a film build coating.  It will never peel, crack or chip but if your concrete chips it will chip with it.

What makes Acid Stain so attractive? Acid Stain gives concrete a mottled, variegated, marble like look. It creates beautiful colors on concrete, mostly earth tone browns, reddish browns and greens. You can also create your own shades by mixing and matching your available colors, or applying them at different rates. Never expect Acid Stain to be uniform or have an even tone, you'll get different reactions from slab to slab, and even on the same job you may see different coloration patterns.

Acid Stain can be applied to walks, entrances, driveways, living rooms, bathrooms, patios, high traffic areas and even vertically to any cementitious surface. Not every concrete floor is eligible for Acid Stain, though age is not an issue, the shape it's in is. A smooth concrete surface will yield more attractive results than an old worn one. If the concrete is spalled, the aggregate is exposed, or has previously been acid etched, the stain may not "take in'' and will not look as desired because the aggregate does not react with the stain, only materials in the concrete paste do.

Preparations for Acid Staining will depend on the condition of the slab.  On new concrete the only thing needed is to allow time for curing, (at least three weeks after poured) and some rinsing and scrubbing to remove laitance. For old concrete, a thorough cleaning is necessary; any dirt, grease, paint, sealer or curing agent will prevent the stain from penetrating and reacting.

Concrete engraving is an innovative new process that transforms your existing concrete into a work of art. By staining and engraving a design into the hard concrete, we can create a long-lasting easy-to-maintain alternative to popular flooring products such as brick, marble, cobblestone or tile. We also offer a custom design service that provides endless possibilities for a truly unique design.

Since concrete engraving is not an overlay, coating, or topping, the engraved design is permanent. Weeds cannot grow within the design and pieces cannot come loose! You can achieve the beauty of intricate tile work or luxurious marble quickly and easily! The staining and engraving process can be used indoors and out, in both residential and commercial settings.

Our process is not an overlay. The engraved design will last the life of the concrete.

Advantages of Concrete Engraving

The engraved pattern is guaranteed to last the life of the concrete.

	*	The design is IN the concrete not ON it.
	*	Concrete engraving is not a topping. It beautifies and hides ugly, discolored and stained concrete. It disguises and hides cracks and repairs in the concrete.
	*	Concrete engraving is a unique and economical home improvement.
	*	The engraving process is fast, clean, and leaves your surroundings undisturbed.
	*	Many designs, logos and patterns are available including brick, random stone, ashlar, basket weave, octagon, cobblestone, decorative tile and more.
	*	An excellent color selection of pigmented and acid stains is offered.
	*	Concrete engraving is for new or existing concrete surfaces.
	*	Engraving provides a low maintenance home improvement.     * Oil drippings and other stains wipe right off the interior or exterior surface.     * Resists surface scratches, chipping, tire marks, shoe marks etc.     * Weeds cannot grow between these patterns and designs.     * These brick, tile patterns, or other designs can never come loose.
	*	Concrete engraving is a profitable investment, adding distinctive value and beauty to your home or business.
	*	Concrete engraving adds no thickness to create problems such as:     * Will not alter water drainage.     * Will not cause water to run into the garage, especially around the garage door.     * Will not prevent overhead doors or other doors from closing properly.