Formwork for Concreting

The formwork for the concreting was done today. Concrete is going to be laid in two parts - first the driveway and porch - and after handover the side path and (if I get these guys to do it) the crossover.

I really struggled with the concrete colour and design. Not having a garage, being able to park two cars off street and be able to back each one out independently was really important!

Anyway - the design we've come up with is looking good. I need to speak to them about a miniscule kink on the left hand side - but other than that we're good to go!

 

Also had a change in the colour. I was quoted on 'Galaxy' which the concreter assured me was the right match for our house (they were going to add 50% black stone). But I was never 100% convinced. I didn't want to go too dark.

So after chatting with the guys there today, I have changed to 'Outback'. I think the reds/browns/greys/sand colours will complement the shades of the house better. Thoughts?

 

Was going to go 'Galaxy' with 50% black stones.

 

Now planning to go 'Outback' instead.

Just waiting on the final cost variations to sign off on - and hopefully at the end of the week they'll pour!