Oct 19 2006
Conventional wisdom holds that old concrete, with cracks, surface discoloration, or surface imperfections, must be removed and replaced if improving the look of the concrete is the goal. Many times homeowners are discouraged by their cement flooring or other concrete areas, not realizing the option available to them to resurface their already existing concrete.
The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for concrete information, offers detailed information about the decorative and non-decorative concrete resurfacing options available to homeowners. The section outlines several topics, including which surfaces are eligible for resurfacing, decorative options, proper surface preparation, and more.
Resurfacing can range from simply making the concrete look like new again, or upgrading the surface with a variety of colors and patterns. Whether it’s a concrete driveway, cement floor or patio, resurfacing options let you transform your old, often ugly, concrete into a new, smooth colored concrete surface.
Resurfacing concrete with polymer-modified overlay systems is a viable way to improve existing concrete surfaces. There are a variety of decorative overlay options, which can beautify virtually any concrete surface.