Decorative Concrete Resurfacing:

A New Addition To Concrete Flooring

When it comes to concrete, most people go straight to saying,” How can concrete be considered decorative, it is cold, gray, and boring!”. Well, if we take a look back maybe 20 years ago, they would be right! But today, decorative concrete is one of the most sought after flooring systems on the market. The best part about concrete is that its an extremely durable and versatile material and because of the lack of knowledge, it is also extremely affordable. When it comes to concrete resurfacing, many people still don’t know what this process is because of the grip money-hungry concrete contractors have on the field. Well today, we are going to be giving you all the information you need about decorative concrete resurfacing and everything it can do for you, down below.
Concrete Resurfacing: What You Need To Know
Concrete resurfacing is a new process where you can save your existing concrete slab, no matter where it is, and give yourself a fresh new canvas. Opposed to replacing your concrete, concrete resurfacing is a much faster and less messy process that is jam-packed and full of amazing benefits. Down below, you will find the pros and cons of using concrete resurfacing for your next concrete project:
Pros
  • Saves you thousands of dollars
  • Used on all concrete
  • Provides a blank canvas for creativity
Cons
  • Won’t last as long as replacing your concrete
  • Can be hard to DIY
  • Can’t be used on severely damaged concrete
Decorative Driveway Resurfacing
One of the most common areas for decorative concrete resurfacing is the driveway. Think about it. Driveways are under constant stress whether it be from supporting the weight of your vehicle or the constant exposure to harsh UV rays. Cracks and stains are the most common forms of damage and decorative concrete resurfacing can make these go away; as long as cracks are not too large, and provide a much more suitable finish your the main entry point of your home.
Decorative Pool Deck Resurfacing
Another common area that sees decorative concrete resurfacing is the pool deck. Your pool deck is almost constantly exposed to moisture, with pool water containing harsh chemicals like chlorine and other cleaners. It’s no wonder that pool deck resurfacing is so common! But, what can pool deck resurfacing do for you? You can still use the pool deck while it’s damaged so what’s the big deal? Down below we have outlined the pros of pool deck resurfacing and the cons of not performing this process; there’s more than meets the eye.
Pros
  • Provide a safer, slip-resistant finish
  • Increased comfort with heat deflection
  • Increase in the value of your home
Cons
  • A drastic decrease in the life of your concrete
  • A decrease in the value of your home
  • Expose to unsafe conditions
Stamped Concrete Overlays
Stamped concrete overlays are by far one of the best decorative concrete flooring options for decorative concrete resurfacing. This is because stamped concrete provides an extremely thick finish that will fill all imperfections that your concrete slab could have. Down below, you will find the pros and the cons of using a stamped concrete overlay for your next concrete resurfacing project:
Pros
  • Ultra-durable and protective
  • Mimics natural materials ranging from natural stone to pavers
  • Much more affordable than the real, natural materials
Cons
  • Will require resealing every 3-5 years
  • Can be told apart from natural materials
  • Prone to cracking
Rustic Wood Flooring
Rustic wood floorings’ name can be a little contradictive as it really isn’t wood. Rustic wood flooring or wood-stamped concrete is a variation from the stamped concrete branch of concrete coatings. The main difference between the two coatings is, you guessed it, wood-stamped concrete looks like wood and this can warrant some significant benefits and elaborate uses. Not all concrete resurfacing projects have to be for exterior concrete. Under your interior flooring, there is a concrete slab. Rustic wood flooring can make real wood flooring obsolete with benefits that blow traditional wood flooring out of the water such as:
  • An easy to clean and maintain the finish
  • The ability to last 20-30 years
  • Realistic wood finishes
  • Rapid installation
Now that you know everything that you need to know about decorative concrete resurfacing, it is time to implement it into your home. A word of caution, once you use decorative concrete, you will never want to stop! Good luck!