Slab has not low spots or major bumps - just a broom finish that differs from place to place as is normal (some rougher than other).Īny advice on DIY flattening of it a bit? I am a bit frightened of overkill so if one process is slower and takes longer I'd go for that as opposed to something which might mess things up. I do have all the time (and energy) in the world as I recently retired.īasics: Slab poured 10 days ago (does it matter when I smooth it? I know I have to wait to stain it). Miami Valley concrete is a business built on quality and customer satisfaction. Yet I wonder if a major concrete grinder is overkill?N Of course I'm not going to hand sand it and expect that even an electric sander may not be the best way. Metal Tine Brush - Ian Dickie WebTru Tint Concrete Acid Concrete Stains produce the most natural. Concrete driveways feature numerous finishing choices including Stamped Concrete, exposed aggregate, broom finish concrete, float finish, acid stain and light architectural wash to list a few. Broom Finish Types Fine, Medium, Heavy and Broom Swirl. Are you supposed to acid wash a surface before you apply acid stain No. Get more information about acid staining here. I did notice that just hand sanding where I cleaned up caulk (they spilled) on it seems to smooth it nicely. Driveways are the most popular concrete item that we pour. Including driveway, patio, sidewalk, retaining wall, fire pit, landscaping, tear out and construction. Acid staining is a process in which you use a stain to penetrate the surface of your concrete to give your surface a specific color or colors. It was done correctly except that the finish is most definitely broom - which I'd prefer to smooth a bit before we acid stain it. We just had a slab poured for a rear screened-in patio (Florida) and due to various factors (couldn't get any of the decorative concrete guys to estimate) had the slab poured by the same folks that did the aluminum roof and screen. Hello all - long time Carpenter and remodeler but concrete, other than the basics, is not my thing!
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