Stamped textures are slightly different from normal stamped concrete. Often, it is combined with stamped concrete to create a fully textured and natural stone look.
The difference between stamped concrete stamps and stamped texture mats are that the stamped concrete stamps are usually to create a design in the concrete. For example, it will help provide the outlines of brick patterns, flagstone patters, random brick patterns, etc.
The stamped textured pads just add the texture on to the concrete without creating a design outline. This allows you to create the texture without creating a pattern.
However; most stamped concrete stamps now include a texture as well as the pattern outline, all in one stamp which eliminates the need to first put down a texture and then stamp the concrete.
The texture mats are best for creating a large stone looking section, or for borders where you want to avoid a pattern but still want a more modern aesthetic than other finish types. Stamped concrete stamps and textures are the most popular and sought after finish to concrete currently in Calgary.