Concrete Decorative Concrete New Standard Focuses on Measuring Concrete Surface Texture Adopted by the CSDA and recommended by ACI Committee 310, ST-115 is a quantifiable standard that designates ...

The wet concrete is smoothed out and textured. The exterior can be covered with stone or brick, but the appearance isn't compromised if you just paint it. The same is true for inside.

Wet concrete takes around 28 days to fully cure, so if you can handle the labor and want a strong hold in loose soil, this is your best bet. If you have moist soil, consider dry packing.