Imprinted concrete driveways.

[Plastic chicken]

We've decided to replace our tarmac driveway and are probably going to go for imprinted concrete as opposed to the monobloc most people choose. It's going to cost a bit more, but a couple of our neighbours have had it done, and it looks really impressive; there's a large range of styles and colours, and it seems to be hard-wearing.

Has anybody had it done, and what are the up/down sides? Any advice much appreciated before we part with our hard-earned. Thanks in advance!

[Plastic chicken]

Thanks for all the replies. My driveway slopes gently away from the house, so water pooling shouldn't be a problem. Also, the contractor offers three types of finish: gloss, satin and matt, and he reckons the latter two don't get slippery...but then again he would say that, wouldn't he!