Just finished a large pool and firepit deck area and could not be more pleased. The videos are amazingly helpful- watch them thoroughly, and follow the simple step process, and you will not be disappointed. I couldn't be happier with the outcome. Hard work? Yes, but gratifying and well worth it. Also, kudos to Jeff for being so helpful and available whenever I had questions.
It's been a year since I used this product on our pool deck, I followed the instructions perfectly through all steps and used the recommended Lowe's paint in the color Almeria.. It's fantastic and beautiful! Absolutely no problems. I also coated the diving board and it has held up through snow and ice last winter and through kid-abuse all summer in scorching heat and drought and the coating still looks new. I highly recommend these videos and this product. - Dallas/Ft.Worth
how does it hold up on the color? will it fade? I had a grey colored concrete on my deck and its faded really bad and its hot to walk on when its hot so I want to do this so you can walk on it in the summer
Our Cool Decking around our pool is flaking off and the color is fading out. My wife did the research on what we could do ourselves to refresh (I think that sounds correct) the whole thingamabob. She found you watched the video and told me to watch it. She's a genius and so is this product and your how-to video. We will be tackling this job very soon. We have the knockout you mentioned so I am off to watch that video now. Really an awesome informative detailed and idiot-proof video you made. God Bless You!
Thank you for the awesome comments! Yes definitely watch the “do you have a knockdown?” Video. Although boring, It will shed some good insight . If you do your homework, the job will turn out great. I’d say at least half of all COOL projects are resurfacing existing, tired knockdowns. You need to determine whether yours is too far gone, or simply needs some TLC (has good bones) . We’re here to help you diagnose that. Thanks again. (888) 776-2242 . M-F closed weekends.
Great video Jeff. I was a career painter when I was young and a few pros and cons I hope helps everyone. Pros, rinse the paint with resin, plastic floating around the pool, sealer sprayed with a bug sprayer and backrolled. Material suggestion, cleanliness, and temperature considerations. Areas to consider, use a 1 gallon grid and 5 gallon metal grid in your buckets, it helps create consistency and dunking is messy, use a 2.5 or 3 inch brush that is not the thin version- put the material down and work with it, keep a wet edge per square of cement- use the expansion joints as breaks and roll up to them- avoids all flashing, use a hoe to pull back dirt then light rinse to remove cleaner then use a dedicated brush on the vertical where you can roll the horizontal, listen to the roller regarding how far to go and you can it the dirt edges with the roller spread and backroll to disburse finishing perpendicular to the direction you are backing as opposed to parallel, practice technique with Kool and same method with the seal. The job looks great but much of flashing I refer to will likely appears as the materials age so allowing it to be as close to the same mail thickness would be ideal. Great work. It looked really good just some things that may help a homeowner.
Very informative video. I am in the decorative concrete line of work and was looking for instructions like this. We have a job coming up in a few weeks using this application. I will be calling you about the products and the application process. Thanks.
Triple crown is no joke! I put down 2 coats of Cool and had to cut a bolt I had placed in the concrete. I was waiting to seal it because i had another section that wouldn't use a full bucket and I was going to add another coat to this area then seal all at once. Well it rained and the metal dust from the bolt rusted and stained the Cool. I sprayed the spots with Triple Crown and they disappeared quickly. This is great stuff!
Finished by pool decking (1100 sqr ft) today at 5 pm and it started raining at 1:30 am, which gave me 8.5 hours since I finished painting. Will my decking be okay since the container suggested to have at least 8 hours between application and rain?
Good stuff n great video. I am a skilled pro in stamped n sealing wiz . I even make my own polymer paints from my pigments. Not a big fan of the overlays . This looks like a winner. Great video 👍
Agreed! Red clay will terrorize EVERYTHING over time. Good thing we also make a fantastic line of outdoor cleaners! (check out “MiracleMist”)Thanks for your kind regards, hope it helped you out !
Thanks! Call us if you run into any snags or need some guidance! Remember two nice coats, keeping wet edge, not too thick and not too thin. Temperatures can be 50-83 or so. Don’t drop below 50 , if it plans to, only do one coat per day. Thanks! (888) 776-2242
@@garzilla2k480 you’d have to wait on the Sun to naturally cook off the clear sealer, then add one more coat of COOL any color you want. Or you could de-gloss the sealer using a de-glosser . “Liquid sandpaper” is an example . Feel free to call us anytime! M-F @ 888 776 2242. Thanks!!!
@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 I live in south Texas. Cooking things off is what the sun does down here 😆 except today. I was hoping for upper 70s so I could do 2 coats and sealer but it's only 72 (but not humid thankfully). This is going around my large hot tub, which doubles as a small pool to float in during the summer. Just finished the first coat. Loving the look so far. thanks for the reply!
Usually oil base products last 2-3 times as long as water base. Is this the longest lasting product you've run into? How long generally does this last?
Jeff, if you can help with the going rate per square foot for the complete preparation, including pressure washing through the final coat and sealing that would be awesome! Your information on how to identify “bad concrete” was extremely helpful.
It ranges so much, but with everything going up in price lately, you’ll probably want to start close to $4 per sq foot (materials, labor, everything included, “turnkey”). Crack repair, patching , etc are usually a la carte .
I'm in Savannah. Getting ready to put the stuff down this weekend. Brand new slab. Power washed it, now I'm gonna do the Triple Crown and then paint tomorrow. This video really helped!
Nice! Remember to inspect the new slab for white chalky powder ! I have videos dedicated to this “kiss of death”! Call us if you need us! (888) 776-2242 .
@@lison973 Pavers can be a headache when the ground settles or heaves and then you get stuff growing in the cracks. I definitely prefer a good slab if you have the means.
How long does this keep it's new install look? Sealers out here in hot Nor Cal start turning white and look terrible after a couple or few years. Will this installation process work on stamped concrete? How much cooler does your concrete really get?
Our sealer won’t become white unless it gets wet before it cures . Our sealer needs to be re/applied every two years. This will work for stamped concrete but any existing sealers MUST be stripped beforehand using a sealer stripper / remover. Then begin our protocol. COOL! Will not eliminate the stamp’s contours. If heat reduction is the priority, choose color accordingly and you’ll have good results! Thank you!!!
Nice video! Well done! Question, The inter edge closest to the pool water of my pool is a redish color. How could I paint over it with the white paint and it not show through? Is ther a primer or something I need to use before the pool decking?
Getting ready to pour a new concrete deck around our pool. We would like to do a roll slate 2' border. Will the Cool coating work with this or is it too thick and will fill in all the impressions so that we don't see the slate look anymore ?
Do you have any how this product would hold up in the northeast? I am afraid that the extreme temperatures would cause the system to fail relatively soon.
Hi Jeff, I just finished watching the video, I am a Proffessional painter, love this product, One question How good does it work in New York area. It gets really cold here. Thank you
Is there a product purchase-list somewhere? (down to the small things like tape and tarps) That would be extremely helpful! Contemplating to DIY this myself on our new pool decking. Really don't want to spend another $5k on having it done professionally when I am an experienced DIY'er. Would probably still cost me around $1,500-2k to DIY, but still a large savings.
Give me a call and I’ll walk you through everything! Including the sundry items like you mentioned. You can do this! And I’ll be here to help you along the way. (888) 776 2242. Thanks !!!
Thank you for your input Leah. It’s very helpful for professionals to know what other contractors are charging. If you know the square footage of you job that would be greatly appreciated. Thanks David from Orlando, Florida
No, I need to do one. But for cracks, I recommend a polyurethane or epoxy (paintable). These are the "toughest". Grinding / sanding the repair afterwards is a good idea to remove any residual scar tissue. Thanks!
I really appreciate you making this video. I already bought the Cool, but not only got lots of great tips from this, but also the color. I wanted a light grey, but couldn't figure out which one. (I also considered white, which is the old & faded color) Seeing that the clear resin lightens it a shade, the Repose looks like it became more or less what I'm shooting for. Otherwise, Repose looks slightly darker and more brown than what I want. Thanks also for the pro-tip of taping the plastic around the pool!
You are SOOO welcome and I’d encourage you to call us anytime throughout your project if you need any guidance! Thank you for the feedback it really feels good to know these videos are helping folks like you. Hope your project turns out wonderfully. I’m posting a new video today - “The 5 Things That Will Wreck Your Project”.
@@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 Unfortunately, I tried to do it today with no rain in the forecast and it was a fail. The bucket I ordered from Amazon showed up and did not contain the sealer. Per your directions, I paid close attention to the outside temp and planned it out to do before it got to 82 degrees, which gave me a small window in South Florida. I also ensured that although the temp should have been ok, I kept the bucket in the shade the entire time. Once the temp got to 81 degrees per Weather.com, it quickly became impossible to work with and any attempt I made to finish a section I was working on failed. Now I'm stuck with half the bucket that I'm not sure will be usable anymore. I was so excited to use this, but am super disappointed and am considering just going with something else, especially after the wasted time, effort, and money. The dried texture also feels very rough. I'm sure that would have been somewhat better with a second coat...
@@rgbuckl I hate to hear this! Send me pictures of your order info so I can see which Amazon store it came from. Are you sure you purchased the “bundle”? Have you contacted them? I can help facilitate communications between you and the seller. The sealer is a must. If you were seeing the product lock up during application, it could’ve been too hot, but it could also be the paint type. Did you follow paint choice guidelines? What kind of paint did you add? My email Is jeffjr@encorecoatings.com . Send me pictures and all your order info. We’ll take care of you.
Thank you. I am first home owner and doing quite of DIY to do it at my pace and in my own vision. Our ig is this size a little wider but the concrete is dirty and not appealing. This will make my deck fabulous. Thank you for the transparency and complete tutorial.
@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 it looks like old school original cool deck from the mid 80's. It chipping in a few spots and I don't want to drop 10k on this issue...
This is a great question. Mostly depends on the conditions during the particular season. Technically speaking, The COOL coating itself cures throughout the course of years. It will continue to get harder. Although you can tread lightly after 1 hr, I'd wait a week (if you can) especially if you're not in the summertime heat & high humidity . It's going through major changes throughout the first 2 weeks, so go easy on it during this time. Thanks!!!! Reach out anytime.
What if you have the first 2 layers down and it rains what does it look like? Do I need to need to to wait longer before I seal? I know I have to wait until it’s completely dry before applying the sealer coats.
Hi Jeff…thanks so much for the video it really really helped. It was a diy for me and my husband. Job completed a month ago on a new concrete pool deck.We are so happy with the results. Used triple crown, and Bears Ultimate paint natural white color on 400sqf. Live in Tampa, Fl having 80+ degrees and it feels cool walking over it also soft on my feet. Love it. But have a concern about we only applied 1 coating of sealer. Can I pressure wash and apply the second coat??
That’s wonderful to hear! Thanks for your comment- and great question! I’d would lightly pressure wash using TSP (Tri sodium phosphate, available at any hardware store and very affordable). This will clean and gently de-grease the surface in preparation for another coat of sealback . Please reach out to us with any questions! Thanks again and have a great pool season! (888) 776-2242
Pressure wash/scraoe any loose material. Whatever remains is most likely okay of its older paint. If the paint is new and already failing miserably, surface issues could be the cause (suspect concrete) .
You’re so welcome! This one is great to know HOW to do it, watch the others so you know what NOT to do! Thanks! Reach out anytime (888) 776 2242 . Www.encorecoatings.com
Can I use the porch & Patio floor paint by Berh? It's a low luster, 100% acrylic Latex. I've been having a hard time finding the paints specified in the bucket mix flyer. Thank you for your help!!!
No, you cannot use that. Sorry! A-100 from Sherwin Williams and BEHR ULTRA are my favorites . If you continue to have trouble please call us at (888)776-2242 . Thanks !
how long does this last on a deck that you always hae water with chlorine splashing on? and can you touch up later with no prep just brush on or does the colar fade over time?
You need to treat the concrete first! We can help you but you’ll need to call us. The concrete needs to be treated with a densifier before any coatings are applied . Thanks! I have other videos on this !
Been watching all your videos. I have some mean exposed aggregate and finally ordered your product to do myself. How long to wait after power washing tripe crown before first coat?
I have about a 2 sf area where insecticide spilled on my CoolDeck. This was over a year ago, and even to this day it remains sticky. I've tried everything to wash away the stickiness. I would like to repair it, and I am considering 2 options. First, scraping up the old and reapplying new. Is that possible, and if so, is there a repair kit or do I have to mix a whole batch? This was all done by the pool company about 6 years ago, so it's new to me. Second and preferable option is to tile the entire area (about a 10x20 ft area on my patio, which is separate from the pool area). I plan to enclose this area so tile would make more sense. Can I tile over CoolDeck, or does it need to be removed? If the latter, how? Great video, thanks!
Do you have to add paint? Does Cool keep concrete as cool as the other, older products? I live in San Antonio and am getting all new concrete around the pool so will lose the old cool coat stuff on there now. Thanks for this video.
You must add paint. “Clear” is not an option , that’s a common question . Yes the cooling features are significant. Make sure you put a vapor membrane (visqueen/plastic) between the soil and new slab if you’re pouring new concrete. Allow to cure for 28 days. Inspect for chalky residue ! See my bad concrete video and “5 things” video for more info on that. Thank you !!!!’
I live in south Florida, where it's always over 80 and humid. Any tips for still using this product in that environment and helping myself to be successful?
Apply the first and second coat two separate mornings as we did in this video. Although it may be over 80 degrees, not having direct sunlight and a surface that has come out of “hibernation” (night time) with no heat build up will go a LONG way for You. I had someone the other day saying it was mid-day, 90 degrees, and the product behaved great, HOWEVER he was under a covered patio with zero direct sunlight. Again, that will go a long way! Make sure you use the correct paint also. Additionally, keep the product in climate control environment until it’s time to use it
Jeff, what if the cool deck has already been painted, do I need to do any other prep before coating aside from the triple crown? The existing paint is not chipping and has great adhesion, its just fading in spots and I want a lighter color. Please advise.
A light sanding never hurts ! But considering it’s been in the Sun and elements for a few years (naturally de-glossed) , it should be fine with triple crown and pressure washing .
Great video! I was wondering if I could do this over a painted knockdown pool deck texture. I bought this house and the original owner painted his deck do I have to take the paint off?
Thank you! You'd shouldn't need to remove the paint as long as it's in good condition (not delaminating). You will need to clean, etch, and prepare it though with triple crown. Make sure there is no clear sealer active. Call us anytime for guidance ! Thanks. (888)776-2242
You’re welcome ! Yes, just know COOL is solid color and will cover the natural colors of the stone. Make sure there’s no active clear sealers or any other water repellent treatments ! Always feel free to call us! Thanks! (888) 776-2242
It can be pressure washed, scrubbed and rinsed. You'll want to re-apply the clear sealer every couple of years depending on traffic and UV exposure. Thanks!
do you have to use triple crown to clean first or can you just pressure wash it then paint? also I have a salt finish concrete so it kind of has those little indents in the concrete
TC is cheap insurance and basically is free if you purchase it with our “project bundle” at www.encorecoatings.com . We prefer people use it . Prep is everything, with any paint or coating you may choose! There are alternative cleaners you could use, of course, but may not be as effective or be harder to use (muriatic acid must be mixed, applied, rinsed, then neutralized… more steps). Pressure washing without some sort of cleaning agent is sometimes okay, but most of the time it’s not. Depends on the surface and it’s condition. Muriatic acid used correctly is an alternative for concrete surfaces . Any painted surface or previous toppings should at least be scrubbed with TSP (Tri-sodium phosphate) before application . Thanks! Here to help anytime (888)776-2242 . THANKS!
If you prep them well, yes. I’ve seen some bricks that almost seem oily . I’ve seen others that are nice, porous, and thirsty which would encourage good adhesion . Feel free to contact us and send us pictures ! Thanks !!!!! (888) 776 2242
This is a great video and the detail plus quality is amazing. Really appreciate the depth and the desire to help everyone. Have a question. I have stone pool coping which is in light light cream brown color (adobe?). I want to convert the rock to light grey because I am redoing the patio deck in white and want the coping to contrast. Will this product work? What would be the material list?
Thanks for the kind remarks! Yes! I’d like to see pictures first so I can visually understand what you’re trying to accomplish. Do you know your square footage? Call me sometime this week at (888) 776 2242. Ask for Jeff, “the guy in the videos” and I’ll give you my email address and answer any questions ! Thanks again!
A couple days of good weather is a good idea, make sure to put felt or nylon protectors on furniture legs. DO NOT USE RUBBER. Felt or nylon only . Thanks !
Hey Jeff I'm a poolmason in upstate NY. I'm getting a bit old for pouring was thinking about getting into this. What do you get per Sq. ft? Great job btw
Do you have contact info for an experienced contractor in the Palm Springs , CA. area that you can recommend that can install? Also, part of my pool deck has some interlocking (sand based) pavers that were put down inplace of an old planter that was oringinally in the area, can this product be used over the pavers, and can it fill in the lines of the paver joints?
I just wanted to if you could answer a question I have a aggregate concrete and I had to pour another piece of concrete on the back side and it ended up being smooth When I put the cool back on or can I make it all look the same
No driveways. Triple crown is recommended on all concrete. Make sure to inspect the new concrete! Very important. See my other videos about “bad concrete” ! Thanks!
Stamped concrete needs to be “stripped” first. Using a “sealer stripper/remover” product. Very easy to find these. Follow directions! After the sealer is stripped, now begin our 3 step process - triple crown, two coats of COOL, 2 thin coats of sealer. You MUST make sure the clear sealer is removed from the stamped completely. It is ALWAYS sealed during initial installation and often sealed over the years to maintain it. These sealers, although you may not see them as much as you used to, can interfere with ANY water based coatings you may consider. THANKS !!!! 🤟🙏 (888)776-2242
Okay - how long can you expect this product to hold up and still look good? Our situation is heat, not cold. Live on the Sea of Cortez, Baja Sur Mexico. Sun is our major attacker, not moisture. Very interested in the product. Believe DIY is very doable given your excellent instructions. I am considering a couple other cement refinish products around pools as well. Well done I notice that you do not respond to inquiries much. So I doubt I will receive a reply. Just know when you encourage people to ask about your product, from a business standpoint, you should give those answers. Good fortune in your business pursuits.
Thanks for the inquiry, I try to respond to RUclips comments as much as I can, and you can always speak with us at 888 776 2242. This system is a 8-10 year product if your substrate is stable and proper protocols are taken, prep And application . The videos are a great way to learn, but please feel free to call us anytime ! Thanks ! If heat reduction is a priority , choose your color accordingly . Also RE-apply the clear sealer yearly .
Hello Jeff, Thank you for the video. I have a couple of questions here: First can I use this product on an old stamped colored concrete pool deck? and second how long this products would last?
Yes, stamped concrete is fine. BUT / you will need to confirm there is no active water repellents (clear sealers). Stamped concrete is ALWAYS sealed with a clear sealer when it is first installed. Often it is maintained throughout the years with clear sealers. Do a water repellency test, see how water behaves on it. Is it beading? Or penetrating ? We want penetration, because COOL is water based. This is a 7-12 year product depending on many factors. Geography, traffic volume, UV exposure, and the integrity of the surface it’s applied on. Thanks for your comment. Any further technical communication is best via email as I often forget to check RUclips comments! Thanks! Jeffjr@encorecoatings.com
Send me some pictures, we run across salt finishes frequently, but want to check out that coping a little more. Send them to jeffjr@encorecoatings.com . Thank you !
will this product fade overtime? part of my deck is cover and was wondering if the part that is fully exposed to the sun will look different after a few years if I close to apply it to the entire deck.
The clear sealer is a sacrificial layer that will prevent the COOL from fading . I’d recommend RE/sealing every year if you’re in a high-UV area. Also, some colors fade quicker than others. Blues and reds are notorious for fading first. But the sealback clear sealer has UV inhibitors in it to protect the COOL, which also has UV inhibitors . Great question. Thanks! Call us anytime (888)776-2242
Good evening Jeff. I have an outdoor kitchen with 4" poured concrete countertop that I had originally water stained. As you know it gets incredibly hot. Can I apply your Cool to this countertop?
Hey Gene , interesting! - I think choosing a light color would be critical, but I’m not sure the non-slip texture would be ideal for a countertop. I’d recommend 3, maybe even 4 coats of clear sealer to reduce the drag on paper towels and rags. Hope this helps. Remember, this stuff is designed to NOT come off, so if you didn’t like the results, you’d be grinding it off...... yikes!!! Thanks ! Jeff.
lololol, me and 2 others are doing a HUGE pool deck 200ft of side walk, 3 sets of three stairs with stone on them, around a million dollar pool house, and all of it is broken up into multi sized squares with stone inlays.. we have 24 five gallon mixings of the stuff with white paint.. we finished cleaner and power washing today. we might have sprayed a rock or 2 but i think we are going to seal the entire deck, rock and pool deck..this deck is in a place that will see 3 to 5 months with snow on it and will not see the sun for that time...
Yikes! Have you installed yet? Please call me if you see this, it’d be very wise to densify the concrete first considering the amount of ice it will see and for that extended period of time !
@@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 this is over existing cool deck, we are sealing the side walk tomorrow, the cool deck is not in bad shape considering what is sees. we are pouring stamp concrete in the next 5 years, this is just a beauty patch. we are concrete FOOLS, concrete is our thing, that being said, what we did today looks GREAT, cant wait to seal it, its gonna pop...product is easy to mix, apply, and we are ahead of the time frame the boss thought it would take us.
@@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 i would say 95% back to new, other then shtty Sikaflex and grout lines for the many many stone inlays are old and ugly, other then that, IT LOOKS GREAT. love the product... we are second coating the entire pool deck part tomorrow, then friday seal the rest of it. we definitely will use all 24 buckets for this job and 26 rolls of 2 inch blue tape...lolololol...
I just bought 11 for 1800sqft, but I have smooth finish concrete, I used the tripple crown, is that enough? I was reading I needed to scuff with grinder if I don't have brush finish on concrete??
Derrick, having a profile or some “tooth” on the concrete most certainly helps with penetration & bond development. Triple crown will chemically abrade and clean the surface but it will not produce a physical profile. It might be a good idea to create one yourself. Just don’t go overboard , don’t “scar” the concrete! Less is more, just open it up in the slightest way, then let triple crown do the rest. Feel free to call us during business hours to discuss in detail . Ask for me , Jeff. Thanks! (888) 776-2242
I would only proceed with this system if you employ densifiers from AQURON first . These products will reduce permeability of the concrete, strengthen the concrete , and block freezing moisture from provoking the concrete . If you’re unwilling to do this first, don’t use COOL. Please watch my video “The 5 things that will wreck your project” for more insight . Thank you! (888) 776 -2242 . You can ask for me, Jeff, if you need to chat. Thanks
Hey Cedric, I'm with the manufacturer of the product, im not an installer. But a job like this with minimal repair and zero coating removal would go for about $4 - $5 per square foot currently. Material and labor shortages , and prcie increases across the board of course will play into this , depending on market. THANKS!
Redoing 100 sq ft which stripped down to bare cement and resurfaced with self leveling floor resurfacer. Do I still have to use the triple crown on this new cement surface ? Do I have to do 2 coats and then do spray on for knockdown surface or just one coat and then spray ?
Great question! Definitely do two coats. Always 2 coats, you WANT two coats. Second coat is where the magic happens. You could bypass the triple crown if you pressure wash diligently. Definitely use the sealer also. You can knock this out for $250 paint included. Call us any time with other technical questions, thanks for the input here !
I’m unfamiliar with rhino top. Do you know the material’s composition? Epoxy? Cementitious ? Acrylic ? Etc etc. You can give us a call anytime M-F and send us some pictures, pictures help greatly. Thanks!!! (888) 776-2242
Hey Michael , once the polymer/paint shortages hit the supply chain we had to put the patch product on the back burner so we could continue to support our core offering. It’ll return when supply chain is stable. For now we’re recommending a polymer-modified cement patch. Hope this helps . Call us if you need (888)776-2242 . Thanks!
What products are you using. I have a textured pool deck on the home we just bought it has holes all over we want it smooth and wanna paint it this color. Could you plz give me some advice? This looks amazing btw
Sounds like a “salt” finish to me. Google that. Our product alone would not be enough to accomplish what you’re looking for. You might want to research a product by Stone Edge called “smooth coat”. It’d be imperative that this is installed correctly and cures to completion so it doesn’t cause a bigger problem . Then you would coat it with COOL. When you’re ready, call me and I’ll guide you through that as best I can. Thanks ! (888) 776 2242. Ask for me!
I really appreciate that thank you so much. Yeah we just bought a place in a nice neighborhood in FL never had anything so nice like this but definitely a lot of room for improvement. Would love to get that pool deck up to it’s potential for the wife and kids. Ty
@@outofthebox9913 we can make it happen! Call me sometime this week and you can send me some pictures of what’s going on out there currently . I’m in GA.
Yes. However I wouldn’t recommend “puddling” the COOL into the salt craters for the purpose of making a “smooth” surface afterwards. COOL is not a leveler . Some salt finishes have a few craters, others have hundreds. Feel free to send pics . Out of office until Monday. Jeffjr@encorecoatings.com
Hahaha this is a very common question! First of all, I’m in the metro ATL area. Secondly, Ryan and I are very busy trying to keep up with the phones, emails, social media etc . It’s our peak season currently. But find a contractir you feel like you can trust and we will train them!
Just finished a large pool and firepit deck area and could not be more pleased. The videos are amazingly helpful- watch them thoroughly, and follow the simple step process, and you will not be disappointed. I couldn't be happier with the outcome. Hard work? Yes, but gratifying and well worth it. Also, kudos to Jeff for being so helpful and available whenever I had questions.
Thank you sir !
It's been a year since I used this product on our pool deck, I followed the instructions perfectly through all steps and used the recommended Lowe's paint in the color Almeria.. It's fantastic and beautiful! Absolutely no problems. I also coated the diving board and it has held up through snow and ice last winter and through kid-abuse all summer in scorching heat and drought and the coating still looks new. I highly recommend these videos and this product. - Dallas/Ft.Worth
Thank you so much for the comment ! Please reach out to us anytime if you need anything at all! (888) 776-2242.
how does it hold up on the color? will it fade? I had a grey colored concrete on my deck and its faded really bad and its hot to walk on when its hot so I want to do this so you can walk on it in the summer
Can you mess this up? I mean is there a way you can really mess this up?
Our Cool Decking around our pool is flaking off and the color is fading out. My wife did the research on what we could do ourselves to refresh (I think that sounds correct) the whole thingamabob. She found you watched the video and told me to watch it. She's a genius and so is this product and your how-to video. We will be tackling this job very soon. We have the knockout you mentioned so I am off to watch that video now. Really an awesome informative detailed and idiot-proof video you made. God Bless You!
Thank you for the awesome comments! Yes definitely watch the “do you have a knockdown?” Video. Although boring, It will shed some good insight . If you do your homework, the job will turn out great. I’d say at least half of all COOL projects are resurfacing existing, tired knockdowns. You need to determine whether yours is too far gone, or simply needs some TLC (has good bones) . We’re here to help you diagnose that. Thanks again. (888) 776-2242 . M-F closed weekends.
Great video Jeff. I was a career painter when I was young and a few pros and cons I hope helps everyone. Pros, rinse the paint with resin, plastic floating around the pool, sealer sprayed with a bug sprayer and backrolled. Material suggestion, cleanliness, and temperature considerations.
Areas to consider, use a 1 gallon grid and 5 gallon metal grid in your buckets, it helps create consistency and dunking is messy, use a 2.5 or 3 inch brush that is not the thin version- put the material down and work with it, keep a wet edge per square of cement- use the expansion joints as breaks and roll up to them- avoids all flashing, use a hoe to pull back dirt then light rinse to remove cleaner then use a dedicated brush on the vertical where you can roll the horizontal, listen to the roller regarding how far to go and you can it the dirt edges with the roller spread and backroll to disburse finishing perpendicular to the direction you are backing as opposed to parallel, practice technique with Kool and same method with the seal. The job looks great but much of flashing I refer to will likely appears as the materials age so allowing it to be as close to the same mail thickness would be ideal. Great work. It looked really good just some things that may help a homeowner.
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Very informative video. I am in the decorative concrete line of work and was looking for instructions like this. We have a job coming up in a few weeks using this application. I will be calling you about the products and the application process. Thanks.
Started this project this past weekend..the triple crown is the truth! Can’t wait to start putting on the cool
Hahahaha indeed , it does not play around whatsoever. We’re here for technical assistance if you need us - give us a shout here : (888) 776-2242 .
Triple crown is no joke! I put down 2 coats of Cool and had to cut a bolt I had placed in the concrete. I was waiting to seal it because i had another section that wouldn't use a full bucket and I was going to add another coat to this area then seal all at once.
Well it rained and the metal dust from the bolt rusted and stained the Cool.
I sprayed the spots with Triple Crown and they disappeared quickly.
This is great stuff!
Finished by pool decking (1100 sqr ft) today at 5 pm and it started raining at 1:30 am, which gave me 8.5 hours since I finished painting. Will my decking be okay since the container suggested to have at least 8 hours between application and rain?
Good stuff n great video. I am a skilled pro in stamped n sealing wiz . I even make my own polymer paints from my pigments. Not a big fan of the overlays . This looks like a winner. Great video 👍
Very nice! Great video. I think the first thhing they will want to do is clean that stone off now.
Agreed! Red clay will terrorize EVERYTHING over time. Good thing we also make a fantastic line of outdoor cleaners! (check out “MiracleMist”)Thanks for your kind regards, hope it helped you out !
I'm going to apply this Wednesday for the first time. I may add it as an add on service to my business. Thanks for this video! Gulf Shores.
Thanks! Call us if you run into any snags or need some guidance! Remember two nice coats, keeping wet edge, not too thick and not too thin. Temperatures can be 50-83 or so. Don’t drop below 50 , if it plans to, only do one coat per day. Thanks! (888) 776-2242
Excellent video. Great attitude thank you so much for the information!
Thanks! Sorry for the late reply. Hope you're well. Reach out anytime.
Doing the triple crown today and the coating tomorrow. Thankful for a break in the Texas heat wave. Think i got all the info i need from your videos.
@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 if I decided to go with a different color in the future, how would I do that?
@@garzilla2k480 you’d have to wait on the Sun to naturally cook off the clear sealer, then add one more coat of COOL any color you want. Or you could de-gloss the sealer using a de-glosser . “Liquid sandpaper” is an example . Feel free to call us anytime! M-F @ 888 776 2242. Thanks!!!
@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 I live in south Texas. Cooking things off is what the sun does down here 😆 except today. I was hoping for upper 70s so I could do 2 coats and sealer but it's only 72 (but not humid thankfully).
This is going around my large hot tub, which doubles as a small pool to float in during the summer. Just finished the first coat. Loving the look so far.
thanks for the reply!
Amazing video I’m laughing because I thought one can of cool and one can paint would be plenty
Usually oil base products last 2-3 times as long as water base. Is this the longest lasting product you've run into?
How long generally does this last?
Jeff, if you can help with the going rate per square foot for the complete preparation, including pressure washing through the final coat and sealing that would be awesome! Your information on how to identify “bad concrete” was extremely helpful.
It ranges so much, but with everything going up in price lately, you’ll probably want to start close to $4 per sq foot (materials, labor, everything included, “turnkey”). Crack repair, patching , etc are usually a la carte .
The materials from encore coatings (triple crown, COOL, and SealBack) will cost about $1.48 per sq foot.
Excellent presentation!!
Thank you!!
I'm in Savannah. Getting ready to put the stuff down this weekend. Brand new slab. Power washed it, now I'm gonna do the Triple Crown and then paint tomorrow. This video really helped!
Nice! Remember to inspect the new slab for white chalky powder ! I have videos dedicated to this “kiss of death”! Call us if you need us! (888) 776-2242 .
How did it go ??
@@lison973 Went pretty good. I made a video but got sidetracked 😄. I'll try to get the video up in a couple weeks.
@@saltyshellback I’m wavering between pavers and concrete for our pool. This stuff looks cool. Thinking to do concrete to save some money.
@@lison973 Pavers can be a headache when the ground settles or heaves and then you get stuff growing in the cracks.
I definitely prefer a good slab if you have the means.
How long does this keep it's new install look? Sealers out here in hot Nor Cal start turning white and look terrible after a couple or few years. Will this installation process work on stamped concrete? How much cooler does your concrete really get?
Our sealer won’t become white unless it gets wet before it cures . Our sealer needs to be re/applied every two years. This will work for stamped concrete but any existing sealers MUST be stripped beforehand using a sealer stripper / remover. Then begin our protocol. COOL! Will not eliminate the stamp’s contours. If heat reduction is the priority, choose color accordingly and you’ll have good results! Thank you!!!
I do like the product, I wish you sold a small patch kit to buy, as there are places that have chipped off a bit...
Nice video! Well done!
Question, The inter edge closest to the pool water of my pool is a redish color. How could I paint over it with the white paint and it not show through? Is ther a primer or something I need to use before the pool decking?
Getting ready to pour a new concrete deck around our pool. We would like to do a roll slate 2' border. Will the Cool coating work with this or is it too thick and will fill in all the impressions so that we don't see the slate look anymore ?
Do you have any how this product would hold up in the northeast? I am afraid that the extreme temperatures would cause the system to fail relatively soon.
Thanks a bunch! Would love that video for old school pebble pool patios
You’re welcome! This is the best I have at the moment regarding pebble decks.... ruclips.net/video/sPsNwhGwyXI/видео.html
I do this weekly, always done Kool deck day after pouring the deck. Never waiting 28 days. Please explain that curing process
Thanks for the great video. Very helpful.
You are so welcome, thank you!
Hi Jeff, I just finished watching the video, I am a Proffessional painter, love this product, One question How good does it work in New York area. It gets really cold here. Thank you
Is there a product purchase-list somewhere? (down to the small things like tape and tarps) That would be extremely helpful! Contemplating to DIY this myself on our new pool decking. Really don't want to spend another $5k on having it done professionally when I am an experienced DIY'er. Would probably still cost me around $1,500-2k to DIY, but still a large savings.
Give me a call and I’ll walk you through everything! Including the sundry items like you mentioned. You can do this! And I’ll be here to help you along the way. (888) 776 2242. Thanks !!!
Thank you for your input Leah. It’s very helpful for professionals to know what other contractors are charging. If you know the square footage of you job that would be greatly appreciated. Thanks David from Orlando, Florida
What would you recommend for 1/2" wide gaps where I removed broken /incomplete plastic expansion joints. Caulking before or after applying COOL!?
Ehh I’d do some more research , caulking won’t look the best. Perhaps polymeric sand .
Do you have a video of how to repair cracked cool decking?
No, I need to do one. But for cracks, I recommend a polyurethane or epoxy (paintable). These are the "toughest". Grinding / sanding the repair afterwards is a good idea to remove any residual scar tissue. Thanks!
Can you do this to pavers? They are extremely hot and there is absolutely no tree coverage. I would love to use this to knock down the heat.
I don’t recommend this for pavers as excess material could clog the joints (and your drainage)
I really appreciate you making this video. I already bought the Cool, but not only got lots of great tips from this, but also the color. I wanted a light grey, but couldn't figure out which one. (I also considered white, which is the old & faded color) Seeing that the clear resin lightens it a shade, the Repose looks like it became more or less what I'm shooting for. Otherwise, Repose looks slightly darker and more brown than what I want. Thanks also for the pro-tip of taping the plastic around the pool!
You are SOOO welcome and I’d encourage you to call us anytime throughout your project if you need any guidance! Thank you for the feedback it really feels good to know these videos are helping folks like you. Hope your project turns out wonderfully. I’m posting a new video today - “The 5 Things That Will Wreck Your Project”.
@@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 Unfortunately, I tried to do it today with no rain in the forecast and it was a fail. The bucket I ordered from Amazon showed up and did not contain the sealer. Per your directions, I paid close attention to the outside temp and planned it out to do before it got to 82 degrees, which gave me a small window in South Florida. I also ensured that although the temp should have been ok, I kept the bucket in the shade the entire time. Once the temp got to 81 degrees per Weather.com, it quickly became impossible to work with and any attempt I made to finish a section I was working on failed. Now I'm stuck with half the bucket that I'm not sure will be usable anymore.
I was so excited to use this, but am super disappointed and am considering just going with something else, especially after the wasted time, effort, and money. The dried texture also feels very rough. I'm sure that would have been somewhat better with a second coat...
@@rgbuckl I hate to hear this! Send me pictures of your order info so I can see which Amazon store it came from. Are you sure you purchased the “bundle”? Have you contacted them? I can help facilitate communications between you and the seller. The sealer is a must.
If you were seeing the product lock up during application, it could’ve been too hot, but it could also be the paint type. Did you follow paint choice guidelines? What kind of paint did you add? My email
Is jeffjr@encorecoatings.com . Send me pictures and all your order info. We’ll take care of you.
What is Repose?
I live in Chattanooga Tn. Do y’all service the area’s?
How does this product do in areas where there are freezing winters? Does it move with expansion?
Thank you. I am first home owner and doing quite of DIY to do it at my pace and in my own vision. Our ig is this size a little wider but the concrete is dirty and not appealing. This will make my deck fabulous. Thank you for the transparency and complete tutorial.
Absolutely , thank you! Make sure to watch as many as you can so you’re completely informed ! Thank you!
What to do with the old deck that's chipping? Roll over the top ir have to remove it etc? Great video!
Depends on what you have and how severe it is. Do you know ? Is it an old “knockdown”? Thanks!
@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 it looks like old school original cool deck from the mid 80's. It chipping in a few spots and I don't want to drop 10k on this issue...
New drinking game. Every time he says "Triple Crown" you have to drink
Haha! Nice. I have other bad habits too like saying “uhhhh” and “okay” . Those could be bonus words.
How long can i wait to do sealback is there specific time frame or whenever i want,just did my pool decktoday looks amazing
Thank you
@@jtlracer0707 you can wait days, just make sure it stays clean! Thanks !!!
How long does it need to cure before someone dragging a chair across the deck won't gouge up the coating ?
This is a great question. Mostly depends on the conditions during the particular season. Technically speaking, The COOL coating itself cures throughout the course of years. It will continue to get harder. Although you can tread lightly after 1 hr, I'd wait a week (if you can) especially if you're not in the summertime heat & high humidity . It's going through major changes throughout the first 2 weeks, so go easy on it during this time. Thanks!!!! Reach out anytime.
Hi Jeff, will this product work in Tucson (tenacious sunlight) keeping in mind the application temperature recommendations. Thanks, Wes
100% !! . Many happy customers out there! Thanks! Call us for any help you may need. (888) 776 2242 .
What if you have the first 2 layers down and it rains what does it look like? Do I need to need to to wait longer before I seal? I know I have to wait until it’s completely dry before applying the sealer coats.
is compatible apply over urethane caulk joint jeff?
Hi Jeff…thanks so much for the video it really really helped. It was a diy for me and my husband. Job completed a month ago on a new concrete pool deck.We are so happy with the results. Used triple crown, and Bears Ultimate paint natural white color on 400sqf. Live in Tampa, Fl having 80+ degrees and it feels cool walking over it also soft on my feet. Love it. But have a concern about we only applied 1 coating of sealer. Can I pressure wash and apply the second coat??
I mean Behrs
That’s wonderful to hear! Thanks for your comment- and great question! I’d would lightly pressure wash using TSP (Tri sodium phosphate, available at any hardware store and very affordable).
This will clean and gently de-grease the surface in preparation for another coat of sealback . Please reach out to us with any questions! Thanks again and have a great pool season! (888) 776-2242
how long after poring new concrete do you need to wait to install this product. Hours, Days, weeks ??
Can you use this on pea gravel concrete? Mine is old and some rock peas are broken or missing…
So my pool deck is currently painted but flaking very badly and needs repainted. What’s the best way to do this?
Pressure wash/scraoe any loose material. Whatever remains is most likely okay of its older paint. If the paint is new and already failing miserably, surface issues could be the cause (suspect concrete) .
What type of tape did you use to tape the plastic on inside the pool
Regular painters tape
Thank you so much for your video!
You’re so welcome! This one is great to know HOW to do it, watch the others so you know what NOT to do! Thanks! Reach out anytime (888) 776 2242 . Www.encorecoatings.com
Can I use the porch & Patio floor paint by Berh? It's a low luster, 100% acrylic Latex. I've been having a hard time finding the paints specified in the bucket mix flyer. Thank you for your help!!!
No, you cannot use that. Sorry! A-100 from Sherwin Williams and BEHR ULTRA are my favorites . If you continue to have trouble please call us at (888)776-2242 . Thanks !
@@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 Thank you!!!! 😀
Will this work over exposed aggregate concrete? I’m assuming a couple of coats? Just work it’ll crack.
Yes i have a video on this!
how long does this last on a deck that you always hae water with chlorine splashing on? and can you touch up later with no prep just brush on or does the colar fade over time?
You mentioned dusty concrete. Is it ok to apply this coating to dusty concrete to help with the dust or are we doomed with bad concrete?
You need to treat the concrete first! We can help you but you’ll need to call
us. The concrete needs to be treated with a densifier before any coatings are applied . Thanks! I have other videos on this !
Been watching all your videos. I have some mean exposed aggregate and finally ordered your product to do myself. How long to wait after power washing tripe crown before first coat?
Next morning ! Thank you very much. Call us along the way if you need anything ! (888)776-2242
I have about a 2 sf area where insecticide spilled on my CoolDeck. This was over a year ago, and even to this day it remains sticky. I've tried everything to wash away the stickiness. I would like to repair it, and I am considering 2 options. First, scraping up the old and reapplying new. Is that possible, and if so, is there a repair kit or do I have to mix a whole batch? This was all done by the pool company about 6 years ago, so it's new to me.
Second and preferable option is to tile the entire area (about a 10x20 ft area on my patio, which is separate from the pool area). I plan to enclose this area so tile would make more sense. Can I tile over CoolDeck, or does it need to be removed? If the latter, how?
Great video, thanks!
Can i fly you out to Florida i got a pool deck emergency on my hands and i love your work!?
Lol ! Call Ryan and tell
Him what’s going on with your pool deck and we’ll help you as much as we can! (I do love FL , though!)
Do you have to add paint?
Does Cool keep concrete as cool as the other, older products? I live in San Antonio and am getting all new concrete around the pool so will lose the old cool coat stuff on there now.
Thanks for this video.
You must add paint. “Clear” is not an option , that’s a common question . Yes the cooling features are significant. Make sure you put a vapor membrane (visqueen/plastic) between the soil and new slab if you’re pouring new concrete. Allow to cure for 28 days. Inspect for chalky residue ! See my bad concrete video and “5 things” video for more info on that. Thank you !!!!’
I live in south Florida, where it's always over 80 and humid. Any tips for still using this product in that environment and helping myself to be successful?
Apply the first and second coat two separate mornings as we did in this video. Although it may be over 80 degrees, not having direct sunlight and a surface that has come out of “hibernation” (night time) with no heat build up will go a LONG way for
You. I had someone the other day saying it was mid-day, 90 degrees, and the product behaved great, HOWEVER he was under a covered patio with zero direct sunlight. Again, that will go a long way! Make sure you use the correct paint also. Additionally, keep the product in climate control environment until it’s time to use it
Jeff, what if the cool deck has already been painted, do I need to do any other prep before coating aside from the triple crown? The existing paint is not chipping and has great adhesion, its just fading in spots and I want a lighter color. Please advise.
A light sanding never hurts ! But considering it’s been in the Sun and elements for a few years (naturally de-glossed) , it should be fine with triple crown and pressure washing .
Great video! I was wondering if I could do this over a painted knockdown pool deck texture. I bought this house and the original owner painted his deck do I have to take the paint off?
Thank you! You'd shouldn't need to remove the paint as long as it's in good condition (not delaminating). You will need to clean, etch, and prepare it though with triple crown. Make sure there is no clear sealer active. Call us anytime for guidance ! Thanks. (888)776-2242
Thank you! What if there’s 40 years of something on the deck?
ruclips.net/video/3buKLKx8hc4/видео.html . Could be this , regardless , the protocol is universal . Check that one out . Thanks !!!
Thanks for the video!
Of course! Call us anytime (888) 776 2242 . More videos at encorecoatings.com
Thank you for the educational video!! Is it okay to use COOL on a flagstone patio?
You’re welcome ! Yes, just know COOL is solid color and will cover the natural colors of the stone. Make sure there’s no active clear sealers or any other water repellent treatments ! Always feel free to call us! Thanks! (888) 776-2242
How often do you have to do this process on pool deck and can it be pressure washed each year without damaging it?
It can be pressure washed, scrubbed and rinsed. You'll want to re-apply the clear sealer every couple of years depending on traffic and UV exposure. Thanks!
Can this be put on top of concrete painted pool deck?
Yes, light sanding never hurts prior to using TRIPLE CROWN. Confirm there are no active clear sealers, only solid paint.
do you have to use triple crown to clean first or can you just pressure wash it then paint? also I have a salt finish concrete so it kind of has those little indents in the concrete
TC is cheap insurance and basically is free if you purchase it with our “project bundle” at www.encorecoatings.com . We prefer people use it . Prep is everything, with any paint or coating you may choose! There are alternative cleaners you could use, of course, but may not be as effective or be harder to use (muriatic acid must be mixed, applied, rinsed, then neutralized… more steps). Pressure washing without some sort of cleaning agent is sometimes okay, but most of the time it’s not. Depends on the surface and it’s condition. Muriatic acid used correctly is an alternative for concrete surfaces . Any painted surface or previous toppings should at least be scrubbed with TSP (Tri-sodium phosphate) before application . Thanks! Here to help anytime (888)776-2242 . THANKS!
Thanks for the video. Can this product be put on brick coping?
If you prep them well, yes. I’ve seen some bricks that almost seem oily . I’ve seen others that are nice, porous, and thirsty which would encourage good adhesion . Feel free to contact us and send us pictures ! Thanks !!!!! (888) 776 2242
This is a great video and the detail plus quality is amazing. Really appreciate the depth and the desire to help everyone. Have a question. I have stone pool coping which is in light light cream brown color (adobe?). I want to convert the rock to light grey because I am redoing the patio deck in white and want the coping to contrast. Will this product work? What would be the material list?
Thanks for the kind remarks! Yes! I’d like to see pictures first so I can visually understand what you’re trying to accomplish. Do you know your square footage? Call me sometime this week at (888) 776 2242. Ask for Jeff, “the guy in the videos” and I’ll give you my email address and answer any questions ! Thanks again!
will call you this week and will send pictures@@encorecoatingsuniversity3203
Jeff, how soon after the clear coat can you put furniture and weight on it?
A couple days of good weather is a good idea, make sure to put felt or nylon protectors on furniture legs. DO NOT USE RUBBER. Felt or nylon only . Thanks !
Hey Jeff I'm a poolmason in upstate NY. I'm getting a bit old for pouring was thinking about getting into this. What do you get per Sq. ft? Great job btw
Do you have contact info for an experienced contractor in the Palm Springs , CA. area that you can recommend that can install? Also, part of my pool deck has some
interlocking (sand based) pavers that were put down inplace of an old planter that was oringinally in the area, can this product be used over the pavers, and can it fill in the lines of the paver joints?
Big, BIG question: can Kool decking go on composite material? Like a composite deck?
What about a cool coating for wood decking? I need to reduce the temperature of the decking on sunny days.
This will not work on wood, sorry! And good luck!
I just wanted to if you could answer a question I have a aggregate concrete and I had to pour another piece of concrete on the back side and it ended up being smooth When I put the cool back on or can I make it all look the same
Will it look the same
It will not look the same, unless the newly poured slab was also exposed aggregate . It’ll be fairly impossible to match at this point , sorry!
2 questions.
Can I do my driveway?
Do I need to etch a brand new poured patio?
No driveways. Triple crown is recommended on all concrete. Make sure to inspect the new concrete! Very important. See my other videos about “bad concrete” ! Thanks!
I am interested in this product, for around the pool, what do you recommend if i currently have stamped concrete! Thanks!.
Stamped concrete needs to be “stripped” first. Using a “sealer stripper/remover” product. Very easy to find these. Follow directions!
After the sealer is stripped, now begin our 3 step process - triple crown, two coats of COOL, 2 thin coats of sealer.
You MUST make sure the clear sealer is removed from the stamped completely. It is ALWAYS sealed during initial installation and often sealed over the years to maintain it. These sealers, although you may not see them as much as you used to, can interfere with ANY water based coatings you may consider. THANKS !!!! 🤟🙏 (888)776-2242
@@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 how many buckets you recommend its about 1,050 sqf .
What brand you recommend? Thanks!
In hot Florida when you recommend doing this process and will this be slip proof?
Yes the product has a non slip texture !
Has anyone ever used this to paint a stucco house? I'm looking to reflect as much uv as possible to reduce air conditioning cost
I need you in St. Louis!
If it wasn’t so far maybe I could help! These vids and our tech support might have to suffice!
Okay - how long can you expect this product to hold up and still look good? Our situation is heat, not cold. Live on the Sea of Cortez, Baja Sur Mexico. Sun is our major attacker, not moisture. Very interested in the product. Believe DIY is very doable given your excellent instructions. I am considering a couple other cement refinish products around pools as well.
Well done
I notice that you do not respond to inquiries much. So I doubt I will receive a reply. Just know when you encourage people to ask about your product, from a business standpoint, you should give those answers. Good fortune in your business pursuits.
Thanks for the inquiry, I try to respond to RUclips comments as much as I can, and you can always speak with us at 888 776 2242. This system is a 8-10 year product if your substrate is stable and proper protocols are taken, prep
And application . The videos are a great way to learn, but please feel free to call us anytime ! Thanks ! If heat reduction is a priority , choose your color accordingly . Also RE-apply the clear sealer yearly .
Hello Jeff, Thank you for the video. I have a couple of questions here:
First can I use this product on an old stamped colored concrete pool deck? and second how long this products would last?
Yes, stamped concrete is fine. BUT / you will need to confirm there is no active water repellents (clear sealers). Stamped concrete is ALWAYS sealed with a clear sealer when it is first installed. Often it is maintained throughout the years with clear sealers. Do a water repellency test, see how water behaves on it. Is it beading? Or penetrating ? We want penetration, because COOL is water based. This is a 7-12 year product depending on many factors. Geography, traffic volume, UV exposure, and the integrity of the surface it’s applied on. Thanks for your comment. Any further technical communication is best via email as I often forget to check RUclips comments! Thanks! Jeffjr@encorecoatings.com
What about covering spider cracks?
Will it cover them?
Have a salt pool that has lightly eroded the coping. No aggregate is exposed, just a light sandy texture. Will this system still bond?
Send me some pictures, we run across salt finishes frequently, but want to check out that coping a little more. Send them to jeffjr@encorecoatings.com . Thank you !
Great info
Thanks Liz!
will this product fade overtime? part of my deck is cover and was wondering if the part that is fully exposed to the sun will look different after a few years if I close to apply it to the entire deck.
The clear sealer is a sacrificial layer that will prevent the COOL from fading . I’d recommend RE/sealing every year if you’re in a high-UV area. Also, some colors fade quicker than others. Blues and reds are notorious for fading first. But the sealback clear sealer has UV inhibitors in it to protect the COOL, which also has UV inhibitors . Great question. Thanks! Call us anytime (888)776-2242
Good evening Jeff. I have an outdoor kitchen with 4" poured concrete countertop that I had originally water stained. As you know it gets incredibly hot. Can I apply your Cool to this countertop?
Hey Gene , interesting! - I think choosing a light color would be critical, but I’m not sure the non-slip texture would be ideal for a countertop. I’d recommend 3, maybe even 4 coats of clear sealer to reduce the drag on paper towels and rags. Hope this helps. Remember, this stuff is designed to NOT come off, so if you didn’t like the results, you’d be grinding it off...... yikes!!! Thanks ! Jeff.
@@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 Thank you for the videos & advice. Appreciate you
lololol, me and 2 others are doing a HUGE pool deck 200ft of side walk, 3 sets of three stairs with stone on them, around a million dollar pool house, and all of it is broken up into multi sized squares with stone inlays.. we have 24 five gallon mixings of the stuff with white paint.. we finished cleaner and power washing today. we might have sprayed a rock or 2 but i think we are going to seal the entire deck, rock and pool deck..this deck is in a place that will see 3 to 5 months with snow on it and will not see the sun for that time...
Yikes! Have you installed yet? Please call me if you see this, it’d be very wise to densify the concrete first considering the amount of ice it will see and for that extended period of time !
(888) 776 2242 - ask for me! Jeff. Thanks!
@@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 this is over existing cool deck, we are sealing the side walk tomorrow, the cool deck is not in bad shape considering what is sees. we are pouring stamp concrete in the next 5 years, this is just a beauty patch. we are concrete FOOLS, concrete is our thing, that being said, what we did today looks GREAT, cant wait to seal it, its gonna pop...product is easy to mix, apply, and we are ahead of the time frame the boss thought it would take us.
@@nitro2037 right on! love hearing that! Don’t let the sealer dry too thick , two decent coats , just not thick. Call us if you need support. 🤟💪
@@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 i would say 95% back to new, other then shtty Sikaflex and grout lines for the many many stone inlays are old and ugly, other then that, IT LOOKS GREAT. love the product...
we are second coating the entire pool deck part tomorrow, then friday seal the rest of it. we definitely will use all 24 buckets for this job and 26 rolls of 2 inch blue tape...lolololol...
Looks nice 👍
Thanks! Reach out anytime if you have questions.
How long have to wait between coats? With a 80 degrees. Thanks
One hour would be fine ! Next day is fine too.
I just bought 11 for 1800sqft, but I have smooth finish concrete, I used the tripple crown, is that enough? I was reading I needed to scuff with grinder if I don't have brush finish on concrete??
Derrick, having a profile or some “tooth” on the concrete most certainly helps with penetration & bond development. Triple crown will chemically abrade and clean the surface but it will not produce a physical profile. It might be a good idea to create one yourself. Just don’t go overboard , don’t “scar” the concrete! Less is more, just open it up in the slightest way, then let triple crown do the rest. Feel free to call us during business hours to discuss in detail . Ask for me , Jeff. Thanks! (888) 776-2242
How does this product deal with cold climates? ex. snow in the winter?
I would only proceed with this system if you employ densifiers from AQURON first . These products will reduce permeability of the concrete, strengthen the concrete , and block freezing moisture from provoking the concrete . If you’re unwilling to do this first, don’t use COOL. Please watch my video “The 5 things that will wreck your project” for more insight . Thank you! (888) 776 -2242 . You can ask for me, Jeff, if you need to chat. Thanks
Thanks for posting these videos, can I ask what you charge your customers per square foot?
Hey Cedric, I'm with the manufacturer of the product, im not an installer. But a job like this with minimal repair and zero coating removal would go for about $4 - $5 per square foot currently. Material and labor shortages , and prcie increases across the board of course will play into this , depending on market. THANKS!
Redoing 100 sq ft which stripped down to bare cement and resurfaced with self leveling floor resurfacer.
Do I still have to use the triple crown on this new cement surface ? Do I have to do 2 coats and then do
spray on for knockdown surface or just one coat and then spray ?
Great question! Definitely do two coats. Always 2 coats, you WANT two coats. Second coat is where the magic happens. You could bypass the triple crown if you pressure wash diligently. Definitely use the sealer also. You can knock this out for $250 paint included. Call us any time with other technical questions, thanks for the input here !
15 yrs ago we put Rhino Top pool deck coating and it is starting to chip in small areas. Does that have to be removed before we can use COOL?
I’m unfamiliar with rhino top. Do you know the material’s composition? Epoxy? Cementitious ? Acrylic ? Etc etc. You can give us a call anytime M-F and send us some pictures, pictures help greatly. Thanks!!! (888) 776-2242
Hi -- What happened to the Patch product? can't seem to find it?
Hey Michael , once the polymer/paint shortages hit the supply chain we had to put the patch product on the back burner so we could continue to support our core offering. It’ll return when supply chain is stable. For now we’re recommending a polymer-modified cement patch. Hope this helps . Call us if you need (888)776-2242 . Thanks!
What is that actual paint color from them that you used?
Sherwin Williams Repose Gray!
Its BEAUTIFUL
What products are you using. I have a textured pool deck on the home we just bought it has holes all over we want it smooth and wanna paint it this color. Could you plz give me some advice? This looks amazing btw
Sounds like a “salt” finish to me. Google that. Our product alone would not be enough to accomplish what you’re looking for. You might want to research a product by Stone Edge called “smooth coat”. It’d be imperative that this is installed correctly and cures to completion so it doesn’t cause a bigger problem . Then you would coat it with COOL. When you’re ready, call me and I’ll guide you through that as best I can. Thanks ! (888) 776 2242. Ask for me!
@@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 thank you. I’m in Valrico FL are you in Florida by any chance
I really appreciate that thank you so much. Yeah we just bought a place in a nice neighborhood in FL never had anything so nice like this but definitely a lot of room for improvement. Would love to get that pool deck up to it’s potential for the wife and kids. Ty
@@outofthebox9913 we can make it happen! Call me sometime this week and you can send me some pictures of what’s going on out there currently . I’m in GA.
@@encorecoatingsuniversity3203 I definitely will. Ty
Where do u get this product one that you mix with the paint? Is this free call session?
www.encorecoatings.com !
Can you use these products on a rock salt concrete decking?
Yes. However I wouldn’t recommend “puddling” the COOL into the salt craters for the purpose of making a “smooth” surface afterwards. COOL is not a leveler . Some salt finishes have a few craters, others have hundreds. Feel free to send pics . Out of office until Monday. Jeffjr@encorecoatings.com
How would you lay texture over pea gravel patio?
So how much to get you guys to come out and do mine? I've got 2k sq ft of concrete pool deck that needs your help!
Hahaha this is a very common question! First of all, I’m in the metro ATL area. Secondly, Ryan and I are very busy trying to keep up with the phones, emails, social media etc . It’s our peak season currently. But find a contractir you feel like you can trust and we will train them!