Concrete floor resurfacing is not a job that necessarily needs a professional to come in. There are several media options to learn the art so that the project can be done by the homeowner instead. One such option is the Internet. Do it yourself sites dot cyberspace with all kinds of helpful hints on home projects.
Ground floors of homes are often poured. This allows a more stable area upon which to build the structure because it seldom settles. In some cases, after years of use, even covered with linoleum or some similar surface, the concrete will eventually need to be resurfaced to maintain its integrity.
Scraping up the coating, paint, linoleum or tiles is the first step. Remove all of the adhesives and paint right down to the last fleck. Anything left can cause inconsistency with the resurfacing of the area.
Clean it thoroughly with a broom to remove large debris then vacuum or spray with water depending on where the floor is. Let that dry all the way, a day at least, before applying the first coat of new concrete.
Concrete Floor Resurfacing
The mix should be a loose paste that will spread easily. It should be no more than a quarter to a half inch thick. A second coat should be added as you go so the area will be as smooth as possible. There are tools that will allow you to get it right up to the edge of the walls. Be sure to fill in all holes, pock marks and air pockets as you work.
Use a finishing broom to make it more even. If during this process if the concrete beads up, spray with a fine mist of water to keep it from drying too fast. Give it a couple of days to set up before adding anything to it. If it will be covered with another flooring material it is finished. If not and the concrete is what will show, adding a sealant is the best way to finish. This will give it a longer life and keep it from being damaged by other substances in the future.
Bosch 1773AK 5-Inch Concrete Surfacing Grinder
- 10-amp concrete surfacing grinder, perfect for smoothing floor pavement, removing graffiti, cleaning concrete surfaces
- Also ideal for removing irregularities, formwork seams and protrusions
- Double sealed ball bearings and two -Inchlip-sealing-Inch protective rings for added protection against dust contamination
- 5-Inch wheel diameter, 11,000 RPM
- Wrap-around auxiliary handle for easy handling
Whether smoothing floor pavement, removing graffiti, weather worn paint, or cleaning concrete surfaces before protective paint finishes are applied, the Bosch 1773AK 5-inch concrete surfacing grinder will get the job done right, and safely, the first timePerfectly suited for the building trade, the Bosch 1773AK 5-Inch Concrete Surfacing Grinder makes fast, safe work of refurbishing and de-burring exposed concrete. Also ideal for removing irregularities, formwork seams, and protrusions, the 1773AK features a dependable, 10-amp motor, diamond cup wheels, and a dust management feature..
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Valspar 002.0050020.022 Quikrete Epoxy Garage Floor Coating
- Valspar
- 02-50020 KT
- Concrete Floor Paint & Stain
- Grey
This water based, 2 part epoxy provides the toughest garage floor protection in 1 coat. This epoxy is fortified with new heavy duty resin technology to provide superior durability. It beautifies and protects with a durable finish that protects against dam
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