Everything You Need to Know About Concrete Floor Repair

Repairing Concrete:

Have you ever had to make a concrete repair? Many of us, I believe, would respond with a resounding no. Isn't it true that we use the majority of our DIY skills on painting and building projects? Concrete work isn't something you see every day, and it might be scary. If you only hear one thing from this post, make it this. Concrete restoration is quite simple to grasp; there is essentially no learning curve, especially if you follow these basic procedures.

Rapid Set Cement All is the product we're utilizing. It's the best all-around mortar and can be used on nearly any job. It can be feathered to create a seamless transition and can be made up to 4 inches thick. It's ideal for patching, crack repair, and concrete projects (such as countertops or planters!) and costs under $20 per bag!

Step 1: Wet the substrate.

It's vital to moisten the old concrete before laying down fresh concrete for two reasons: if you don't, the old concrete will suck moisture from the new, causing it to dry too quickly. Second, there is Rapid Set. Cement All is made to chase water into aged concrete and form a solid bond. Keep an eye out for puddling, which indicates that there is too much water.

Step 2: Mix the Cement.

Cement All is simple to combine into a peanut butter-like consistency. To avoid dry clumps being caught in the corners, fill a 5 gallon bucket halfway with water and then add Cement All. Add more water or Cement All as needed to achieve the desired consistency.

Step 3: Lay it Down.

Fill the hole with Cement All and smooth it out with a flat trowel, starting from the inside and working outward.

Step 4: Feathering the edges.

The ability to feather Cement All to nearly nothing is one of its most amazing features. Allow enough time for it to set so that the entire mass does not shift, then carefully pull it out over the top of the old concrete with a sponge trowel. This is also a good time to smooth out any flaws in the surface and slightly roughen it up so that whatever goes on top of it has more grip.

Step 5: Water Curing.

Keep an eye on the Cement as it begins to brighten and cure. You want it to cure over time rather than immediately. If it starts to become white within the first 30-45 minutes, lightly spritz it with water. You might have to repeat this process a few times! When you hold your hand just above the surface and feel warmth radiating from it, you know it's started to cure!