How to Resurface Concrete Slabs | Concrete Repair | DIY Project Guide

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Күн бұрын

Concrete loses its luster over the years...but don't tear it out - resurface it!
Learn how to resurface concrete to restore a slab to its former glory with Sakrete Concrete Expert Dirk Tharpe.
NEW TIP FROM THE TECH TEAM: Use Bonder & Fortifier as a primer instead of water for an easier finishing process. We've found this technique reduces pin-hole bubbles and improves curing performance.
Get more Pro Tips on this project at sakrete.com/project-guide/resurfacing-a-concrete-slab/
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0:00 - Welcome to Sakrete Pro Tips
0:13 - Know Your Mix
0:30 - Surface Prep
1:00 - Initial Repairs
1:30 - What is Resurfacing?
2:00 - SSD
2:09 - Your Resurfacing Gameplan
2:48 - Mixing
3:30 - Material Consistency
3:39 - Application
4:20 - Spreading
4:48 - Finishing
4:59 - Sealing

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@montetackett9320
@montetackett9320 11 ай бұрын
This is EXACTLY what I’ve been looking for. Thanks for posting!
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 11 ай бұрын
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 5 ай бұрын
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.
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 5 ай бұрын
This is killer advice!
@Duraamen-Flooring
@Duraamen-Flooring 2 ай бұрын
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.
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 2 ай бұрын
That's some high praise - thanks!
@guitaracademyarchive
@guitaracademyarchive Жыл бұрын
I can't wait until Spring comes so I can tune up the concrete apron on my garage. Great video!
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
@@SakreteOfficial You can put the Flo-Coat over repairs made with Top-n-Bond ?
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 8 ай бұрын
Absolutely.
@BioMedUSA
@BioMedUSA 9 ай бұрын
Could you elaborate on the differences / applications for Flo-Coat vs Top-n-Bond ?
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 9 ай бұрын
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.
@andyg2835
@andyg2835 Жыл бұрын
Where can i found this product,love you for showing, thank you
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial Жыл бұрын
Most big-box retailers carry this mix. Check out Sakrete.com/Where-To-Buy to find your closest dealer!
@geoffy0404
@geoffy0404 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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.
@speedracer2336
@speedracer2336 9 ай бұрын
I have tried many of these expensive coverings. Portland cement mixed with water and bonding agent works better for me, inexpensive too!
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 9 ай бұрын
Man, you are an artist if you're able to mix up a surface coating by eye like that! Tricky proposition.
@speedracer2336
@speedracer2336 9 ай бұрын
@@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 8 ай бұрын
We'll have to check out Mr. Haduck's channel! Thanks for the heads up.
@jakefriesenjake
@jakefriesenjake Ай бұрын
​$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
@usernameofutube
@usernameofutube 11 ай бұрын
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 11 ай бұрын
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.
@htoro
@htoro Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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!
@user-xw1qp7gg8h
@user-xw1qp7gg8h 10 ай бұрын
do you have to broom finish? is there anyway to have a smooth finish?
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 10 ай бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
You can put the Flo-Coat over repairs made with Top-n-Bond ?
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial Жыл бұрын
Yep! They're "sister products" so they actually work together very nicely.
@lucasday7330
@lucasday7330 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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.
@billmitchell5805
@billmitchell5805 4 ай бұрын
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 4 ай бұрын
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.
@pretty95138
@pretty95138 8 ай бұрын
whats the longevity of this overlay? does it start to crack in couple years?
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 8 ай бұрын
Done correctly, Flo-Coat will perform beautifully for MANY years - it's actually stronger than the underlying concrete!
@bajamike9276
@bajamike9276 12 күн бұрын
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 11 күн бұрын
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!
@davidcrocker4276
@davidcrocker4276 Жыл бұрын
How do you finish the edges????
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial Жыл бұрын
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.
@rayray9777
@rayray9777 Ай бұрын
Remember when you need some resurfacing get in your vehicle and go go and get the Flo Flo
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial Ай бұрын
You know know!
@daniels1715
@daniels1715 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
It'd be a good option to cover it up! Stamping is a tricky proposition...
@commonman711
@commonman711 Жыл бұрын
Doing touch ups with a grinder is helpful
@Ryan_Erkkila
@Ryan_Erkkila 2 ай бұрын
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
@rms5654
@rms5654 2 ай бұрын
Why do you use a pad for demo that looks great to begin with?
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 2 ай бұрын
Didn't have time to weather it for 15 years!
@AskTheKid
@AskTheKid 10 ай бұрын
Does it dry white like concrete?
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 9 ай бұрын
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!
@dreerd123
@dreerd123 Жыл бұрын
Previous owner of my house painted the driveway red and now it's fading , can this product be used on painted driveways?
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial Жыл бұрын
Absolutely - you're just going to want to REMOVE that old paint first!
@dreerd123
@dreerd123 Жыл бұрын
@@SakreteOfficial good answer , just not what I wanted to hear. LOL
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 8 ай бұрын
Haha, hate to be the bearer of bad news! Sounds like a fun day with a pressure washer...
@markvietti
@markvietti 8 ай бұрын
Can I add color too it?
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 8 ай бұрын
Absolutely! Cement Color actually works very well with Flo-Coat.
@rcarioca
@rcarioca 15 күн бұрын
why not use Top N Bond ?
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 11 күн бұрын
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 11 күн бұрын
@@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 11 күн бұрын
Absolutely. For that size of an area, Top 'N Bond would actually be the best choice!
@franciscoesterripa7912
@franciscoesterripa7912 11 ай бұрын
Can I reshape the broken edges too ?
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 11 ай бұрын
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 11 ай бұрын
What would the maximum thickness that you can do?
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 8 ай бұрын
With Fast Setting Cement Patcher, you can go up to 2" in a single pour.
@garygarramone5041
@garygarramone5041 Жыл бұрын
Can you power wash this product.
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial Жыл бұрын
Absolutely - after the full 28-day cure, Flo-Coat is actually stronger than standard concrete.
@johnjperricone7856
@johnjperricone7856 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
@@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 Жыл бұрын
Least we can do! Let us know what we can do to help.
@mariacarrillo3027
@mariacarrillo3027 3 ай бұрын
is this product paintable
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 2 ай бұрын
Absolutely! Just give it the full 28-day cure before painting for best results.
@atpo1151
@atpo1151 Жыл бұрын
Καλησπέρα απο Ελλάδα. Εχω ενα πεζοδρόμιο το οποίο εχει ιδη τσιμεντο,εγω όμως θελω να προσθέσω και άλλο απο επάνω ωστε να ειναι στο ιδιο ύψος με το κρασπεδο. Τι πρέπει να κάνω; Στην Ελλάδα λένε μονο πλακακια. Εσείς τι λέτε;
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial Жыл бұрын
Συγγνώμη για την κακή Μετάφραση Google, αλλά φαίνεται ότι θέλετε είτε να δημιουργήσετε μια "ράμπα" ή ενδεχομένως να σηκώσετε ολόκληρη την επιφάνεια για να ταιριάζει. Δείτε αυτά τα βίντεο: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pK6glNp33bTQiHU.html και kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q9V-eZN-xs22o3k.html
@atpo1151
@atpo1151 Жыл бұрын
@@SakreteOfficial Σας ευχαριστώ πολύ για το ενδιαφέρον.
@jerrynonofbss2588
@jerrynonofbss2588 Жыл бұрын
Top N Bond is a better option money wise.
@williamjackson5942
@williamjackson5942 Жыл бұрын
Top N Bond is a patcher Flo Coat is a resurfacer... what are you trying to say?
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
@@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 Жыл бұрын
@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!
@angelawatkins4790
@angelawatkins4790 Жыл бұрын
How much would this costs to have someone do ? Smart assets need not reply
@glennsantoyo559
@glennsantoyo559 Жыл бұрын
I'd charge $5 a sqftx2
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial Жыл бұрын
Dang, we'd go with @glennsantoyo559 at those prices!
@sparkh.9345
@sparkh.9345 11 ай бұрын
Yeah but what's it look like when its dry sakrete videos never show that.
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 11 ай бұрын
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!
@stuartfarrell6729
@stuartfarrell6729 4 ай бұрын
is this stampable
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial 4 ай бұрын
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 4 ай бұрын
@@SakreteOfficial my plan is to go 3/8 of an inch
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial Ай бұрын
That should do it!
@daisybeagle6259
@daisybeagle6259 Жыл бұрын
Great advice but you never talk in depth about the edges and how to finish them correctly!
@SakreteOfficial
@SakreteOfficial Жыл бұрын
Good point! We'll look into updating this one to cover that topic.
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