Concrete is such a common part of our daily lives that it's easy to completely overlook. However, it's actually one of the most essential components of the modern world, the substance used for everything from skyscrapers to foundations. Since this is the case, you might as well make the concrete look good. A concrete contractor will be able to press a design into wet cement, resulting in what's known as stamped concrete. This way, it can be made to look like stones or bricks, which are more attractive than plain concrete.