| Conventional wisdom holds that old concrete, with cracks, surface discoloration, or surface imperfections, must be removed and replaced if improving the look of the concrete is the goal. Many times homeowners are discouraged by their cement flooring or other concrete areas, not realizing the option available to them to resurface their already existing concrete.
Resurfacing concrete with polymer-modified overlay systems is a viable way to improve existing concrete surfaces.
Resurfacing can range from simply making the concrete look like new again, or upgrading the surface with a variety of colors and patterns. Whether it's a concrete driveway, cement floor or patio, resurfacing options let you transform your old, often ugly, concrete into a new, smooth colored concrete surface.1
- Product is a resin/polymer mix, 21/2 times as strong as concrete.
- Spray on operation, adding minimal thickness to existing surface, approx. 1/8”.
- If existing concrete is in reasonably good shape, meaning not severely cracked or heaving, can add a new look/curb appeal.
- Product can be applied to concrete, vertical walls, floors, steps, porches, ceilings, driveways, sidewalks inside and outside.
- Product offers a wide range of colors.
- Stencils can be used to give the appearance of stamped concrete.
- Eliminates the need to remove old concrete and all the mess and destruction attached with removal and replacement.
- Surface is durable and can be plowed and shoveled.
- Price is approximately 1/3 to 1/2 cost of removal and replacement.
- Product has been in existence for about 28 years.
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