| Concrete resurfacing is a method of repairing | | | | Cracks are first primed then filled with crack repair |
| concrete sections when they are cracking or | | | | material. Then, they are reinforced with fabric and |
| discolored. This usually happens over time and | | | | then a base coat is painted over the fabric. Polymer |
| concrete resurfacing will help restore the look of the | | | | concrete is then smoothed on to the surface over |
| area to one that is much more attractive. There is | | | | the crack and ground down once dry until it is |
| also decorative concrete resurfacing which still | | | | smooth and even. After the cracks are repaired, any |
| restores the look of the concrete but also adds a | | | | holes that are in the concrete will be filled with epoxy |
| decorative touch to it. This can include color and | | | | mortar. Now that the concrete is thoroughly repaired, |
| designs that can get very elaborate. Some refinishing | | | | it is time to start the concrete resurfacing. |
| projects are like works of art and are very beautiful. | | | | The prime coat and granule broadcast will be applied |
| Prices for concrete resurfacing vary depending on | | | | now that all the cracks and holes are repaired. A |
| the type of project you want and how elaborate | | | | texture coat will be added next. First you will need to |
| you want to get in your designs. Typically, though, it | | | | mix it according to package specifications. Then the |
| starts off at approximately three dollars per square | | | | mixture will be sprayed over the area using a special |
| foot and can increase to over seven dollars per | | | | type of spray gun. Once complete, the surface |
| square foot. | | | | should be run over with a trowel to ensure an even |
| The first thing that is done in concrete resurfacing is | | | | surface. You should work from the top and go |
| the cleaning of the area. This is usually done with a | | | | backwards down the area for this. The color coat is |
| pressure washer to ensure all built up dirt and debris | | | | next, adding the particular color you want for your |
| is removed. Next, there are several steps in repairing | | | | area. Then a sealer is used to finish off the project. |
| the cracks that may be found in the concrete. | | | | |