Resurfacing a Garage Floor

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3 жыл бұрын

I show how to resurface a garage floor with Sakrete Flo-Coat Concrete Resurfacer. My garage floor was very pitted. I applied a thin coat of the concrete resurfacer to fill the pitting and smooth out the surface.
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@seansinclair257 9 ай бұрын

You need to do every "how to" video on KZfaq! No fluff! Right to the point! Thank you!!!

@joshuaperry4112 Жыл бұрын

Thanks man, no BS, just instruction.

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

@youstars7101 3 жыл бұрын

This channel is actaully awesome

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

@parodox321 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Sounds like I'll be hiring a contractor for this job.

@armarx736 3 жыл бұрын

Well done.

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Considering doing the same thing. My floor is in decent shape and similar to yours. Will this product chip, crumble, breakdown or flake away in high traffic areas or where you park your car? How is the long term durability? Thank you for posting this!

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, so far its in great shape. I will be doing a video soon to install a garage door threshold, so you can check it out. We have more home improvement tips on our podcast podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087

@GarageGear 3 жыл бұрын

@@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel thanks a lot for Sharing!!! I’ll check it out!

@jeremynguyen2346 2 жыл бұрын

@@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel where do you buy the sakrete concrete resurfacer at

@simonh5110 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for video! Very informative. Can I ask how it’s been holding up?

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

So far so good! Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

@jordangross4524 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I’m going to tackle this on my garage. Can you share the details on that scraper you used - it looks good and I like the long handle. Will I be able to paint or epoxy after it has cured?

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, the scraper is the Slam Scraper from Red Devil. You can apply any top coating that works with cement products. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

@projectmanagercolumbusrecl7722 Жыл бұрын

Can we polish concrete after that, which product could it be ?

@TheChildTrain 3 жыл бұрын

How do you keep this from flowing onto the driveway? Also, is it self leveling? It's advertised to not be used as leveling underlayment, and not as a final layer.

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I was able to get a feel for how much to put down at a time as I moved across the garage, so I didn't apply too much at the end. If you mix it to a trowelable consistency, and smooth it quickly, it levels off. It is formulated to resurface the concrete and be the finished surface.

@TheChildTrain 3 жыл бұрын

@@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel If I'm correct, was it 3.5 quarts of water per bag?

@grantstadheim8471 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video, this is exactly what i was looking for. After its dry can you then put an epoxy paint and sealant over it?

@chrisaskme811 2 жыл бұрын

I would also like to know! Great question

@screwdriver9955 3 жыл бұрын

Good video! Did it dry to the same color everywhere? 5 bags. Was this a 2 car garage?

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, yes a 2 car garage. It was pretty uniform in color. I'm sure a second thin coat would make it look more uniform.

@westwood3286 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do a follow up of how it looks now please?

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, here is a video we did in June that catches some of the floor. It is holding up very well. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fK6Sja93t9vPe3k.html

@darrent2478 Жыл бұрын

By far the best Sakrete Flocoat video on KZfaq.

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

@Shannon-im7re 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone know if this coat holds epoxy well?

@michaelwebster8526 3 жыл бұрын

I only have a couple pitted areas in my garage, should I just resurface those areas or do the entire floor?

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, you can start with the holes with a product like this and see how it turns out and then resurface the whole area if it doesn't look good. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

@catherineruud2174 2 жыл бұрын

I have grease spots....do I need to remove those before using this product?

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, yes use a degreaser, then clean with a detergent and rinse thoroughly. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

@stevepavalich9983 3 жыл бұрын

Any special precautions to take around the floor drain?

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, you can stuff some craft paper or towels into the opening. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

@chrisaskme811 2 жыл бұрын

Purchase a cheap expandable pipe plug from Lowe’s/ Home Depot and seal around it

@zapatastyle 3 жыл бұрын

How many buckets of surfacer did it take to do the entire floor...did u surface the entire floor? Thanks for the video BTW.

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I used 5 bags for this project.

@RajendraSingh-qg3cx Жыл бұрын

Is this a floor leveler or a cement product specifically for refinishing concrete floor?

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Hi, yes this is designed for concrete. Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

@victorvek5227 3 жыл бұрын

No etching? No bonding agent rolled onto the floor before application??

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, for this product the instructions specifically say Do Not use a bonding agent.

@thom9040 3 жыл бұрын

Can multiple layers of this product be applied??

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, yes, you can apply multiple coats. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

@svt283 2 жыл бұрын

How long does it lost for? Will be pop up?

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, it should last 10 to 20 years depending on how thick and how well the surface was prepared. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

@jimvaughn6071 2 жыл бұрын

Would this work if I actually wanted to fill in my expansion joints to make it easier to roll things around the garage?

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, this is formulated for a thin top coat. I would look into a sand mix or concrete filler depending on the depth and width. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

@jimvaughn6071 2 жыл бұрын

@@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel Appreciate the reply.

@simonh5110 2 жыл бұрын

Use sikaflex self leveling sealant for that if u haven’t already found something. Got the big tubes of it at Home Depot and Although it’s a bit pricey it works super well and I roll my lathe and mechanics chair over it no problem.

@JackKazan63 26 күн бұрын

You need to do resurfacing right after pressure wash the floor?

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 25 күн бұрын

Hi, yes, it helps to spread the material. Check out some home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9

@dennisbanks706 2 жыл бұрын

What is the lowest temperature this can be used in?

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, the temperature should be above 50 degrees Fahrenheit. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

@AsianxWu 3 жыл бұрын

If I use a jack or something that puts a lot of pressure on a small area, will the new layer crack?

@mappleuser1 3 жыл бұрын

No it wont

@nmssis Жыл бұрын

I have to fix my portion of the shared garage space. how thick can this be mixed...I need something that does not contain aggregates n not even like the sand mix. that said I'm looking for something that is less fluid for better control. thanks!

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

Hi, you are looking for a concrete resurfacer. Compare the thickness that it can be applied. Some products are from a skim coat up to 1/8 or from a skim coat to 1/2 inch thick. Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

@nmssis Жыл бұрын

@@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel thank you for the response. Then what is the difference between a resurfacer vs self leveling concrete? BTW, just got yer ebook

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

@@nmssis Hi, thanks for the download! A self leveling concrete usually has a thicker minimum thickness. One of the Quikrete self leveling products wants a minimum 1/2 inch for heavy traffic areas.

@nmssis Жыл бұрын

@@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel I bought a bag of Sika Self-Leveling Underlayment and saw that most users mixed it to "pancake batter" consistency for flowing coverage. However, I was looking to make it a little thicker and did not know if that was possible, such as thinner clay where it does not flow, allowing me to shape it better.

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

@@nmssis Are you patching areas or just smoothing the surface?

@mattyoung5647 Жыл бұрын

This house isn't on Coon Lake is it? Damn that garage looks familiar

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel Жыл бұрын

This is in the Chicago area.

@1232bluejays 3 жыл бұрын

Wonder if it cracks with time

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 3 жыл бұрын

So far so good.

@Dolsey1 Жыл бұрын

idk why you didn't squeegee over the cracks in the vid

@milantubic229 2 жыл бұрын

Can I park my car over that?

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you can. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

@yamo450fx5 2 жыл бұрын

It’s way to thin you are only painting it on

@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I used this to fill in all the pitting and give it a new uniform look. I spoke to Sakrete before I applied it and they said a thin coat is fine with this product. It still looks great.

@chrisaskme811 2 жыл бұрын

Yamo 450fx, you don’t know what you’re talking about. Go sell oranges on the freeway.