No matter the overlay the layer must bond with the concrete beneath it.
Stamped concrete overlay problems.
Concrete resurfacing using an overlay can make an old cracked and pitted concrete patio look like new again.
Overlays can be laid just inch thick.
The price of a standard 38x16 foot driveway ranges from about 4 900 to 12 200.
A decorative concrete overlay or microtopping is a great solution for restoring and enhancing worn damaged or discolored concrete floors.
For many mortar layers owners must first lay down a concrete adhesive to cement the two together without this adhesive the top layer can develop cracks and other structure problems.
One major problem is that stamped concrete cracks and chips especially in harsher climates that experience frost.
The per square foot cost of installing stamped concrete ranges from 8 to 20.
The original colored and stamped concrete slab had developed cracks running through about 30 of the slab.
Stamped concrete overlay costs.
A simple gray concrete driveway is functional but a decorative concrete driveway is functional and transforms the look of a home or business.
We can apply a concrete overlay and customize its look all while making it a durable surface that can withstand vehicle and foot traffic.
The sticky gray material is the epoxy that was used to repair the original crack.
Stamped concrete overlay is much thinner than a typical concrete driveway bed or patio slab.
Overlays can also be placed over other flooring materials such as vinyl tile or wood.
It s less labor intense than a regular stamp job and more controllable says mike mcanulty president of vegas hardscape a.
Stamped concrete is typically one of the less expensive options up front however there are some long term factors to keep in mind before you make your decision.
The causes of these problems must be addressed so that the stamped concrete overlay can be successful.
All you need is a fairly decent slab foundation.
When it is time to pick a finished surface for your patio driveway or walkway it is likely that you want a product that is aesthetically pleasing.
Stamped concrete overlays have all the aesthetic advantages of conventional stamping or paving but they re easier and almost always less costly to install.
This patio i repaired the small cracks lightly ground the surface applied the overlay with a hand trowel at about 1 16 inch thick then dragged a broom across the overlay to give it a broomed finished look.
