Transforming an Old Concrete Pad into a Beautiful Sidewalk

TLDRLearn how to transform an old and damaged concrete pad into a brand new and beautiful sidewalk using concrete resurfacer

Key insights

🔧Transforming an old concrete pad into a new one is possible

💦Pressure washing the concrete pad is essential to remove loose gravel and dirt

🔨Using concrete patch to fill in deep voids before resurfacing

🧹Applying self-leveling concrete resurfacer for a smooth and level finish

Achieving a brand new and beautiful sidewalk with a professional finish

Q&A

Is pressure washing necessary?

Pressure washing is recommended to remove loose gravel and dirt, but may not be necessary if the concrete is not heavily damaged.

Can concrete patch be used to fill deep voids?

Yes, concrete patch can be used to build up the damaged areas before applying the resurfacer.

What is the maximum depth of the concrete resurfacer?

The concrete resurfacer used has a maximum depth of 1/2 inch.

Is a bonding primer required for the existing concrete?

No, the concrete resurfacer used does not require a bonding primer for existing concrete.

How many coats of concrete resurfacer are recommended?

Two coats of concrete resurfacer are recommended for the best results.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction by Mike Montgomery

00:12Pressure washing the old concrete pad

01:42Building up the damaged areas with concrete patch

04:38Applying the first coat of concrete resurfacer

08:10Applying the second coat of concrete resurfacer

09:35Final result and comparison

10:18Outro by Mike Montgomery