Spalling and scaling are common in climates with frequent freeze-thaw cycles. Learn how to avoid spalling in your driveway and garage.
Stamped concrete overlays can be installed much quicker than bricks, pavers and other materials. However, it does not mean that anyone is capable of doing it. Fort Wayne stamped concrete professionals should have the right tools and equipment as well as the expertise and experience required to do this job properly. Here's a short overview on how to properly stamp concrete.
Concrete design requires the same attention as other aspects of landscaping. No matter whether we are working with a residential client or a commercial one, we pay the same attention when designing and creating our work. Our goal is to help create a space in your yard that expresses your vision and has the functionality that you want.
Patch or Fill: A patch or fill can cost as low as $10 for small cracks or holes.
The only thing you need to clean the stamped concrete surface is a mop and a broom. It is a good idea to check with the installer before using any special cleaning products on concrete overlays and sealers.
It doesn't really matter if your goal is to achieve the rich terracotta-colored villas of Italy or the natural slate colours, but this is where it happens. We don't apply color evenly because it results in a messy, fabricated look which most people don’t want. Instead, we apply color powders to the concrete. The powders chemically bond with concrete and permanently stain it. It doesn't contain any unnecessary paint. When concrete dries, natural patterns are formed and prepare concrete for next step.
After you have finished cleaning the driveway, look for cracks or areas that are deeply spalled. Make sure to patch any such areas with patching compounds. To remove any water remaining, hose down your driveway until it is saturated. This cools down your slab and keeps the water from escaping the concrete resurfacer. You should now take a moment and consider the weather. Resurfacers must cure at temperatures above 50 degrees Fahrenheit, for eight hours, or above freezing, for 24 hours. If you have these conditions in mind, you can move on to the next phase.