Exposed aggregate concrete cost in Australia (2026)
Exposed aggregate costs $110-$150+ per m2 installed - roughly 40-70% more than plain concrete, and the finish most people are picturing when they say they want a "nice" driveway. A 40 m2 exposed aggregate driveway typically quotes $4,400-$7,500+ before removal and prep extras.
Why it costs more
The decorative stone mix costs more per cubic metre, the surface has to be washed and exposed at exactly the right curing window (a skilled, time-critical step), and sealing is essential rather than optional. Mix choice matters too - premium pebble blends and coloured bases sit at the top of the range.
Where it makes sense
Driveways and street-facing paths where the look is the point, and pool surrounds, where the textured finish gives grip. It hides minor staining and wear better than plain concrete, which is part of why it stays popular in new estates.
Watch-outs
Ask to see a physical sample panel of the exact mix - screen colours lie. Confirm sealing is included in the quote and ask what resealing every few years costs. And get the pour date in writing: exposed work is weather-sensitive, and rushing the wash-off is how patchy finishes happen.
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Ranges cross-checked: hipages driveway guides, Yellow Pages decorative concrete pricing ($120-$200/m2), Service.com.au.