Van Midde Concrete - Marin and Sonoma Counties

The Van Midde Family has worked in the concrete industry in Marin and Sonoma Counties since the early 1950's. Understanding that satisfied clients are the best source of new business, Van Midde and Son Concrete is dedicated to providing the best service to each and every customer. We offer personal attention to every client, and creative care to each project. Our employees are skilled professionals who can work wonders with concrete, from a simple broom finish to an elegant stamped textured design. Your concrete project can be transformed from a basic functional slab into a well-designed and attractive feature of your home or business. Our work is only complete when each customer is satisfied. READ The Full Article

Spring Home Remodeling Ideas

Spring is here and remodeling your home has probably been on your mind. We've written some tips to help make your remodeling season a breeze. From concrete to curb appeal this article will help you to have a better understanding of how you can beautify your home with new concrete designs. With the season comes less rain, which means fewer delays in your project. In addition the sun is starting to shine brighter and longer, but not quite as intensely as it does in the summer allowing more time to finish the concrete properly before it "sets up" or dries to the point of being unworkable. Here are some ideas for projects you can get started now. READ The Full Article

Stamped Textured Concrete

Stamped concrete is the process of adding colors, patterns and textures to regular concrete at the time of pouring. The pattern is made by imprinting the newly poured concrete with concrete stamping mats. Stamped concrete is designed to resemble brick, slate, flagstone, stone, tile and even wood. Two-toned or antiqued finishes can be achieved with the use of color hardeners and release agents or the entire surface can be stained a solid color with advanced pigmented sealer. Due to the wide array of options when it comes to concrete pattern, concrete colors, and the cost of stamped concrete in relation to the materials it is a substitute for, the choice of stamped concrete is becoming more popular and frequent. READ The Full Article

Italgreen All-Weather Turf

With the increasing options available with synthetic turf, and the environmental benefits of not requiring watering, mowing, or fertilization, more people are considering synthetic turf alternatives. Did you know that Van Midde and Son offers the only real eco-friendly all weather turf. We don't put used tires under your new lawn. We'll open your eyes to some common practices of other artificial turf brands and how ours is superior. Italgreen combines the benefits of removing natural turf, with an environmental material construction. Many of the current synthetic turfs combine various types of plastics to simulate a natural grass blade. Italgreen is an eco-friendly curb appeal solution. READ The Full Article

Hiring a Licensed Contractor

Did you know that hiring a licensed contractor will actually save you money and a whole lot of headaches? In this article we discuss ways to protect yourself from unlawful and unlicensed contractors who may be offering their services to you. The cost of buying and owning a home is probably the biggest investment made by most people in their lifetime. Property owners therefore often look for the lowest price when looking to build or remodel a home. Since most unlicensed contractors are not bonded or insured and do not pay into the residential contractors' recovery fund or pay any unemployment compensation for their workers, they can often under bid the licensed professional. READ The Full Article

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Concrete Driveways | Installation, Photos and Useful Information

Enhance Your Property With A Stunning New Driveway from Van Midde and Son. Many people consider their driveway to simply be the place where they park their car. They often overlook the fact that the driveway is one of the most prominent and immediately noticeable things about most homes. After all, visitors to your home usually pull up and park in the driveway. A shoddy, unattractively designed driveway can really detract from the landscaping of your home; an elegantly designed one, though, can truly enhance it and be a natural extension of your overall theme and style.

Interlocking Pavers | The Van Midde Difference

Interlocking pavers create style, color and eye-catching patters while providing a durable and long lasting surface. Interlocking pavers form a patterned surface which can be put into service immediately soyou won't have to wait before you can drive or walk on your new home improvemen. Interlocking pavers provide a beautiful backdrop for your home improvement projects that are not only visually appealing but functional as well.

For over 50 Years, Van Midde and Son Concrete has been helping customers in Marin County, Sonoma County and San Francisco beautify thier landscapes and add value to their homes with everything from high quality concrete pades to interlocking pavers.