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Overlay cement is one of today's fastest growing decorative concrete sectors. Overlays can be sprayed very thinly to give the customer the impression that they received a quality job and have a “Like New” Resurfaced Driveway. Placement can be by trowel or with gage rakes as a self-leveling material. Surfaces might be stamped and textured, flat and smooth, stained, sand-blasted, or multi-colored. Owners choose overlays to save money by sparing the cost of removal and replacement. But there have been failures with overlays that caused problems for everyone. If a penny's worth of prevention is worth a pound of cure, you need to understand the issues involved.The Success of the overlay is totally dependent on the condition of the concrete BELOW the overlay
- Using a overlay on a cracked or worn driveway will look good at first but have a limited life expectancy. (Many times failing within 2 to 5 years).
- Assuming the concrete base is in good condition, the success of the overlayment is dependent on not only the materials used but also the installers, temperature, humidity and other factures such as temperature changes after the installation and the different expansion rates of the base and Coating.
The Concrete Industry Itself gives warnings about these quick fixes.
Decorative Stamped Concrete main purpose is to be exactly with the name implies, “Decorative”. The Physical characteristics itself lead to its own special problems.
- High Maintenance requiring frequent sealing and restaining
- discoloration due to dry rates, humidity and “Sun Bleaching”
- Lower strength and susceptible to cracks
- frequent and constant cleaning due to dirt “Clinging” to the surface
At Tom Hill Concrete Contractors, we believe in giving the customer the best value for the money. We do not do quick fixes, patch jobs or “Cover Ups”. Our Driveways are constructed to last for years to come.
In Keeping with that belief, We do not use any topical coatings, colorings or any other materials that we believe will not pass the test of time.
At Tom Hill Concrete Contractor, You can be assured that only the highest quality materials will be used in the construction of your new driveway or Driveway Replacement.
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