Pro Tips: How to Resurface Concrete Slabs for a Like-New Finish | Sakrete DIY Guide

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  • Опубликовано: 27 дек 2024

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  • @montetackett9320
    @montetackett9320 Год назад +6

    This is EXACTLY what I’ve been looking for. Thanks for posting!

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Right on! Glad it was helpful.
      Don't hesitate to give our Tech Team a call at 866-SAKRETE or Live Chat with them on Sakrete.com if you've got any additional questions.

  • @taylor7701
    @taylor7701 11 месяцев назад +6

    Ive used competing but similar products, first time was pretty rough, its really hard to get the finish consistent, imagine trying to get pancake batter really consistent by using a squeegee. Def work in small sections cause you only have a few min max.
    What I found works best to get a nice even/level/smooth application is apply it and squeege it on like he shows, and instead of broom finishing, i take a big tile grout sponge, lightly dampen it, and smooth over the entire surface. It will help knock down higher areas and you can blend it at the edges/joints so it looks nice. Have a 5 gallon bucket or two of water and every few passes rinse out the sponge and repeat. Recommend using knee pads while smoothing. If you have a driveway with spalling, rock pops, cracks, etc do good prep, power wash, fill the cracks and holes, then if you come over with a product like this, for a few hundred dollars you can have a new looking concrete driveway, saving up to tens of thousands over tearout and a new driveway pour.
    I sealed with foundation armour products, because they have ones you can tint, so a light grey makes it look like a fresh poured driveway.
    Also, if you have any voids, instead of mud or poly jacking, if the concrete hasnt yet sunk, they now make a diy version of basically like great stuff foam but very high psi rated, and you can drill holes into your driveway, and fill the voids. Much much cheaper than having a company do the mud jacking. I think a single kit will do up to 10 cubic feet for around $500, way better than the $2500 quotes I was getting.

  • @usernameofutube
    @usernameofutube Год назад +1

    1:52 so which product is for leveling? top'n bond to fill my garage entrance dings and dent, need to resurface with this, but also need to fix the slanted garage concrete entrance.

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Correct that Top 'N Bond is your go-to for filling in those dings and dents, and it can TECHNICALLY also be used to resurface. Flo-Coat is just easier to use over large surface areas since it's applied with a squeegee instead of a trowel.
      Regarding your question about leveling, we have several great options, with Fast Setting Self-Leveling Resurfacer being the best.
      However, you generally will not want to use a leveling product outdoors (even in a garage) as those slabs are typically intended to slope to ensure good drainage.

  • @Duraamen-Flooring
    @Duraamen-Flooring 8 месяцев назад +1

    Excellent tutorial on resurfacing concrete slabs! Clear instructions and practical tips make it easy to tackle this project and give your surfaces a fresh new look.

  • @guitaracademyarchive
    @guitaracademyarchive 2 года назад +3

    I can't wait until Spring comes so I can tune up the concrete apron on my garage. Great video!

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  2 года назад +1

      Just make sure to power wash the heck out of that slab before laying anything down! Grease and oil are concrete's worst enemies...

    • @anthonynotarino7793
      @anthonynotarino7793 Год назад +1

      @@SakreteOfficial You can put the Flo-Coat over repairs made with Top-n-Bond ?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Absolutely.

  • @AndrewAnderson-y1l
    @AndrewAnderson-y1l Год назад +2

    do you have to broom finish? is there anyway to have a smooth finish?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Broom finish certainly isn't mandatory - Flo-Coat will give you a nice smooth finish if left alone. You're not going to get a glossy, dense finish like you could with hard troweled concrete, but certainly smooth.

  • @anthonynotarino7793
    @anthonynotarino7793 4 месяца назад +1

    Any recommendations if you are doing an apron ? Little of an incline to enter a shed ?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  4 месяца назад

      Pouring a brand new one or resurfacing an old one?
      Assuming you're talking about resurfacing, we'd actually recommend using Flo-Coat's sister product, Top 'N Bond.
      Check it out here: sakrete.com/product/top-n-bond-concrete-patcher/
      This formula is designed to be mixed a little drier than Flo-Coat and trowel-applied, which will work much better for a sloped application like you're describing. Plenty of working time on this mix to allow you to finish it nicely and it'll go from a feather edge all the way up to 2" deep so you can tackle the whole project in one shot.
      Shoot us back a message or give us a call at 866-SAKRETE if you want to dig into this more!

    • @anthonynotarino7793
      @anthonynotarino7793 4 месяца назад +1

      @@SakreteOfficial yes I just want to resurface. The concrete is not broken I like to get it looking uniformed as far as color and get a few more years

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  4 месяца назад +1

      Top 'N Bond will be a slam dunk for you, in that case!

  • @billmitchell5805
    @billmitchell5805 10 месяцев назад +1

    Good morning, our driveway is showing that blue stone at the surface. Will this product work for me. Since it's a driveway about 80 feet long x 10 feet wide, should I get a pro for my project? Thanks

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  10 месяцев назад

      Morning! Yep, this is exactly what you'd want to use...but it definitely sounds like you've got a pro-scale project on your hands here.

  • @speedracer2336
    @speedracer2336 Год назад +4

    I have tried many of these expensive coverings. Portland cement mixed with water and bonding agent works better for me, inexpensive too!

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад +3

      Man, you are an artist if you're able to mix up a surface coating by eye like that! Tricky proposition.

    • @speedracer2336
      @speedracer2336 Год назад +5

      @@SakreteOfficial an old mason here on YT, Mike Haduck, explains how to do it. I patched and coated my driveway and it looks like a fresh pour. My estimate for the repair and surfacing was almost 4K. I have to apply a new coating and small repairs every two years. Takes about three hours total. It’s an inexpensive repair and anyone can do it!

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад +2

      We'll have to check out Mr. Haduck's channel! Thanks for the heads up.

    • @jakefriesenjake
      @jakefriesenjake 7 месяцев назад

      ​$4k for a fix and resurface is nuts. That's the cost of a whole brand new pour! I know about Mike, he's awesome. It's called "painting with portland" @@speedracer2336

  • @frankrogers5120
    @frankrogers5120 Месяц назад +1

    Can you use a paint roller

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Месяц назад

      We haven't found that to be particularly effective. The rolling motion introduces a lot of air into the mix which can lead to pinholing and an uneven finish - squeegee (or trowel for smaller areas) is definitely preferred.

  • @BioMedUSA
    @BioMedUSA Год назад +2

    Could you elaborate on the differences / applications for Flo-Coat vs Top-n-Bond ?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад +1

      The difference is really in application style. Flo-Coat is flowable and is intended for application using a squeegee / gauge rake.
      Top 'N Bond is too thick to be spread that way - it's a trowel-applied mix.

  • @johnzullojr222
    @johnzullojr222 18 дней назад +1

    A customer I have just had a 30x30 pad poured , brand new terrible job . Trowel marks un even etc. worst job . I feel so bad I’m going to fix it for him . Can this product be used on something that big ? What thickness max and minimum? Tyia

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  18 дней назад +1

      Ah man, you hate to see that - huge props for offering to fix it up!
      Flo-Coat can absolutely be used on a project of that scale, but we'd strongly suggest breaking it up into smaller sections. Hopefully control joints bring you down to at least four 15x15 areas, which are still large, but doable.
      Max thickness is 1/2" and it'll pull down to feather edge.
      Always recommend having at least a two-man team on a Flo-Coat pour - one keeping the mixing going and the other working the product. If this is your first time using this mix, we recommend doing a practice pour on a scrap sheet of Hardie board (or even plywood) just to get familiar with how it handles. Definitely a bit of a learning curve!
      This video is a great place to start, but we've got some additional Pro Tips on the project guide at Sakrete.com: www.sakrete.com/project-guide/resurfacing-a-concrete-slab/
      Don't hesitate to give us a call at 866-SAKRETE with any questions you run into!

    • @johnzullojr222
      @johnzullojr222 6 дней назад

      @ thank you for replying . Sorry for the late response. With winter setting in this will be a spring project and the customer liked the video and product so we’ll be using it . ! Merry Christmas

  • @andyg2835
    @andyg2835 Год назад +1

    Where can i found this product,love you for showing, thank you

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Most big-box retailers carry this mix. Check out Sakrete.com/Where-To-Buy to find your closest dealer!

  • @rzsanati
    @rzsanati 3 месяца назад

    Do you have to do a broom finish? Can you do anything else besides broom?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  3 месяца назад

      You could definitely leave this as a smooth finish, but a broom finish is always recommended for outdoor applications. Also helps to hide any imperfections in the finish!

  • @pretty95138
    @pretty95138 Год назад +1

    whats the longevity of this overlay? does it start to crack in couple years?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад +1

      Done correctly, Flo-Coat will perform beautifully for MANY years - it's actually stronger than the underlying concrete!

  • @oceanair9964
    @oceanair9964 3 месяца назад +1

    Either I had an improper cure or I over worked my concrete. will this work to give it a hard top surface? Because right now if I rub my foot on the surface of the new pad it rubs away all grainy like. Thanks

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  3 месяца назад

      Starting finishing too early, having too much water in the mix or improper curing could all be causes, but Flo-Coat would be a solid solution for getting the hard top finish you're looking for.
      Biggest watch-out will be making sure that you're properly prepping the surface by removing all loose aggregate. Getting down to a solid, clean surface is critical!

    • @oceanair9964
      @oceanair9964 3 месяца назад +1

      @@SakreteOfficial thank you

  • @geoffy0404
    @geoffy0404 Год назад +2

    I plan on using this on my patio outside. Two quick questions:
    1) Is there anything I could spray or apply on top to increase the durability?
    2) I went to my big box store and they had half a pallet of flo coat. Everything bag was rock hard. Are those bags okay to use or should it be a sandy consistency?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад +3

      Good questions!
      Answering #2 first...if the product is hard on the shelf, it's been exposed to moisture and should NOT be used. Let the store know they've got defective product on their hands if you're feeling like a good Samaritan!
      To answer your first question, we definitely recommend laying down a coat of Concrete Cure 'N Seal after pouring Flo-Coat. It's a great way to ensure a proper cure and also seal the surface against staining.

  • @paisteplayer1040
    @paisteplayer1040 4 месяца назад +1

    How long till you can drive and park on it ?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  4 месяца назад

      Flo-Coat's strength gain curve is very similar to standard concrete, so although final strength is about 20% higher, we still recommend keeping vehicles off of it for 7 days after pouring.

    • @paisteplayer1040
      @paisteplayer1040 4 месяца назад +1

      @@SakreteOfficial Thx

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  4 месяца назад

      You got it!

  • @markvietti
    @markvietti Год назад +1

    Can I add color too it?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Absolutely! Cement Color actually works very well with Flo-Coat.

  • @AskTheKid
    @AskTheKid Год назад +1

    Does it dry white like concrete?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Flo-Coat is typically going to be a touch darker than the existing concrete, but that's standard for any fresh concrete.
      Pour a little test so you know what to expect before starting the full job!

  • @davidcrocker4276
    @davidcrocker4276 Год назад +1

    How do you finish the edges????

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Overpour is probably the best method! Dig an inch or two into the soil bordering the slab and just let it run off the edges - nice and easy.

  • @franciscoesterripa7912
    @franciscoesterripa7912 Год назад +1

    Can I reshape the broken edges too ?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      You can, but that'd be a different mix - something like Fast Setting Cement Patcher would be ideal.
      Fix the cracks, corners and chips, then resuface!

    • @karinvalle3294
      @karinvalle3294 Год назад

      What would the maximum
      thickness that you can do?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      With Fast Setting Cement Patcher, you can go up to 2" in a single pour.

  • @dreerd123
    @dreerd123 Год назад +1

    Previous owner of my house painted the driveway red and now it's fading , can this product be used on painted driveways?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Absolutely - you're just going to want to REMOVE that old paint first!

    • @dreerd123
      @dreerd123 Год назад +1

      @@SakreteOfficial good answer , just not what I wanted to hear. LOL

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Haha, hate to be the bearer of bad news! Sounds like a fun day with a pressure washer...

  • @anthonynotarino7793
    @anthonynotarino7793 Год назад

    You can put the Flo-Coat over repairs made with Top-n-Bond ?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад +1

      Yep! They're "sister products" so they actually work together very nicely.

  • @daniels1715
    @daniels1715 2 года назад +1

    Will this help a bad concrete stamp job look better? Had a slab poured 3 months ago and they did a horrible stamp job.

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  2 года назад

      It'd be a good option to cover it up! Stamping is a tricky proposition...

    • @commonman711
      @commonman711 2 года назад +1

      Doing touch ups with a grinder is helpful

    • @Ryan_Erkkila
      @Ryan_Erkkila 8 месяцев назад

      We have a cobblestone stamped concrete driveway slab that we have a basketball hoop on and is a bastard to dribble on. I was maybe considering smoothing it out with this product. Roughly 30’ x 30’. Grooves in places are upwards of 3/8”. Should this be a disaster to try to smooth it out with this product. The slab is cut into 1/4s and is in great shape so no concerns with this it’s just impossible to dribble efficiently on it. Smoothing it out would be so nice but I don’t want it failing given the variable depths and such. Any advise would be appreciated. Thanks

  • @bajamike9276
    @bajamike9276 6 месяцев назад +2

    My city rebuilt the sidewalks in front of my house and the workers left curing chemical footprints that wont come out with a pressure wash. They said they will fix it by June 24, 2024. What are they gonna do to fix it do you think?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  6 месяцев назад +1

      Well, the PROPER fix would be some sort of an overlay like Top 'N Bond or Flo-Coat but they might just come back and do an acid wash across the entire sidewalk to make the footprints blend in.
      We're invested in the outcome now, so let us know what ends up happening!

  • @htoro
    @htoro Год назад

    A few questions, if this is being used in a garage where I would like to apply epoxy paint over it. Does it need to be finished with a broom? Also, will Surface need to be etched or sanded before applying the epoxy paint? Thanks

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      The broom finish is not a mandatory, and might actually be a hassle if you're going to epoxy over it.
      Re: etching or sanding prior to epoxy application, you'd have to refer to the epoxy instructions. Flo-Coat is going to perform just like standard concrete, though obviously quite a bit thinner, so be careful about getting too aggressive with any abrasion.
      Hit up the 866-SAKRETE team if you'd like to talk through it in real time!

  • @rcarioca
    @rcarioca 6 месяцев назад +1

    why not use Top N Bond ?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  6 месяцев назад

      While that would be TECHNICALLY feasible, Top 'N Bond is only designed to be trowel-applied, which would make for a very time-consuming process over a large surface area.
      Flo-Coat has a few extra "bells and whistles" in the mix that allow it to be mixed to a looser consistency that's compatible with the squeegee application method we're showing here.

    • @rcarioca
      @rcarioca 6 месяцев назад

      @@SakreteOfficial so using top n bond for patching minor spall in stair case platform and resurfacing a whole step of a stair is ok with trowel ?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  6 месяцев назад +1

      Absolutely. For that size of an area, Top 'N Bond would actually be the best choice!

  • @lucasday7330
    @lucasday7330 Год назад

    I’ve got a lot of oil spots in a 5 year old driveway. The oil spots are dry but you can clearly see them. Can this apply right over after power wash or do I need to grind out the oil spots?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад +1

      We'd make sure that you REALLY power wash the heck out of those oil spots with a high-quality detergent before topping. It might be okay, but concrete and oil are not friends!
      Overdoing the prep work will ensure this project turns out as good as possible.

  • @rms5654
    @rms5654 8 месяцев назад

    Why do you use a pad for demo that looks great to begin with?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  8 месяцев назад +1

      Didn't have time to weather it for 15 years!

  • @stuartfarrell6729
    @stuartfarrell6729 10 месяцев назад +1

    is this stampable

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  10 месяцев назад +1

      Yessir - though you're going to have to pour it a bit thicker in order to give the stamp enough material to work with!

    • @stuartfarrell6729
      @stuartfarrell6729 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@SakreteOfficial my plan is to go 3/8 of an inch

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  7 месяцев назад

      That should do it!

  • @mariacarrillo3027
    @mariacarrillo3027 9 месяцев назад +1

    is this product paintable

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  8 месяцев назад

      Absolutely! Just give it the full 28-day cure before painting for best results.

  • @garygarramone5041
    @garygarramone5041 Год назад +1

    Can you power wash this product.

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Absolutely - after the full 28-day cure, Flo-Coat is actually stronger than standard concrete.

  • @johnjperricone7856
    @johnjperricone7856 Год назад +3

    OK. I just used this product on an 8 x 50 concrete patio.
    1. Bag to bag, the variation in the consistency of the material was completely unpredictable. One bag would come out too wet, one perfect, one dry.... A total of 6 bags were used. The end result was really poor. Uneven, sharp spots, ridges, and ripples.
    I am going to have to grind just about the whole surface.
    2. It is not self-leveling in any sense of the word. In fact, the slurry, whether I got it right or not, was setting up IN THE FIVE GALLON BUCKET within 1-2 minutes at most. Working a full bucket without adding water constantly was impossible.
    3. The squeegee left lines of material on the far side of where I pulled from that set up instantly and will have to be grinded out.
    I watched the video here and other Sakrete installs, and had a helper, and we could not get the consistency right, FOLLOWING THE DIRECTIONS TO THE LETTER.
    An 8-hour long disaster of a job that will probably take an extra -free- 8 hours to make right.

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад +1

      John, hate to hear that - sorry this one didn't work out for you.
      Get in touch with our Technical Team at 866-SAKRETE, as we'd definitely like to make sure defective product wasn't in play here. Would be more than happy to get the material replaced for you.
      The inconsistency from bag to bag is a particular red flag.
      Give us a call - we'll do everything we can to help make this one right!

    • @johnjperricone7856
      @johnjperricone7856 Год назад +1

      @@SakreteOfficial I will call. It is unfortunate that product replacement won't help, but we appreciate that you guys stand behind your goods.

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Least we can do! Let us know what we can do to help.

  • @atpo1151
    @atpo1151 Год назад

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    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад +1

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    • @atpo1151
      @atpo1151 Год назад

      @@SakreteOfficial Σας ευχαριστώ πολύ για το ενδιαφέρον.

  • @angelawatkins4790
    @angelawatkins4790 Год назад

    How much would this costs to have someone do ?
    Smart assets need not reply

  • @jerrynonofbss2588
    @jerrynonofbss2588 Год назад +1

    Top N Bond is a better option money wise.

    • @williamjackson5942
      @williamjackson5942 Год назад

      Top N Bond is a patcher Flo Coat is a resurfacer... what are you trying to say?

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Interestingly, they are VERY similar products - it's just about how you want to apply them!
      Top 'N Bond is formulated to be trowel-applied, whereas Flo-Coat is much more flowable in order to be squeegee-applied.
      Cost per square foot of coverage is actually identical. Just about how you're comfortable getting it laid down!
      EDIT: Flo-Coat is typically going to be more expensive than Top 'N Bond - it's a significantly more highly-engineered formula.

    • @jerrynonofbss2588
      @jerrynonofbss2588 Год назад

      @@SakreteOfficial Top N bond is $19 per 40lb bag, flo-coat is $34 per 40lb bag. Where do you get the cost per square foot is the same? The coverage is the same but not the price.

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      @jerrynonofbss2588 Usually don't see THAT big of a price discrepancy...heck of a deal on Top 'N Bond!
      That said, a correction to that previous comment is in order: Flo-Coat is a bit "fancier" of a mix, so you should actually expect to pay a bit more per bag. Our mistake!

  • @rayray9777
    @rayray9777 7 месяцев назад +1

    Remember when you need some resurfacing get in your vehicle and go go and get the Flo Flo

  • @sparkh.9345
    @sparkh.9345 Год назад

    Yeah but what's it look like when its dry sakrete videos never show that.

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Looks like concrete, baby!
      Seriously though, patches are generally slightly darker than existing concrete, but will lighten as they age. Also a good point - we'll make a note to show the final cured product in the future!

  • @daisybeagle6259
    @daisybeagle6259 Год назад +2

    Great advice but you never talk in depth about the edges and how to finish them correctly!

    • @SakreteOfficial
      @SakreteOfficial  Год назад

      Good point! We'll look into updating this one to cover that topic.