How thick can quikrete resurfacer be applied?
1/4 in
One 40 lb (18.1 kg) bag of Concrete Resurfacer will cover approximately 17 ft2 (1.6 m2) of surface at a thickness of 1/4 in (6.4 mm) or approximately 90 ft2 (8.4 m2) per bag when applied at the minimum thickness with a broom or squeegee.
What is the minimum thickness for quikrete?
2″
QUIKRETE® 5000 can be used for any application requiring concrete in a minimum thickness of 2″ (51 mm), such as slabs, footings, steps, columns, walls and patios. lb (27.2 kg) bag yields approximately 0.45 cu ft (12.7 L).
How long does quikrete re cap last?
In addition to establishing a new standard for resurfacing concrete, QUIKRETE Re-Cap is packaged in an exclusive Weather Barrier Bag™ that will protect it from inclement weather and other harmful elements for up to eight months.
Is quikrete as strong as regular concrete?
Quikrete fast setting concrete is just as strong as regular concrete. Concrete gets its strength from a chemical reaction that occurs over time during curing. After it’s had time to cure, which usually take 28 days to complete, Quikrete can reach strengths up to 5000 psi.
Will concrete resurfacer crack?
Instead of demolishing an old concrete slab, you can refinish it instead. The top layer of concrete is removed, minor cracks are repaired, and a new surface is poured. The material used to create this new layer is called a resurfacer. Eventually one or both of these thin slabs will crack.
How long will concrete resurfacer last?
Extends its lifespan: if you care for your driveway correctly, it should last for up to thirty years. However, you run the risk of it deteriorating if you decide not to resurface. If that happens, you’ll need to tear the entire thing up sooner than you expect.
Is quikrete as strong as concrete?
Can you add too much water to quikrete?
NOTE: the more water that is added to the mix the weaker it becomes; adding one extra quart of water per 80 lb bag can reduce the strength of the concrete by up to 40%.
Can you paint over quikrete recap?
You can paint over Quikrete Vinyl Concrete Patcher. Quikrete Vinyl Concrete Patcher is available in two colors, gray and white, but also accepts latex and oil paints if you need the substance in another color. You must let the concrete patch dry completely before you sand it or apply paint.
Can quikrete Recap be painted?
QUIKRETE® Re-Cap® Concrete Resurfacer is grey in color and can be colored with QUIKRETE® Liquid Cement Colors (No. 1317) or with other pigments approved for use in concrete and masonry products.
Can you add too much water to Quikrete?
What makes Quikrete a good concrete resurfacer?
QUIKRETE® Concrete Resurfacer is a special blend of Portland cement, sand, polymer modifiers and other additives designed to provide a shrinkage compensated repair material for making thin repairs to sound concrete which is in need of surface renewal.
What kind of cement is used for resurfacing concrete?
QUIKRETE® Concrete Resurfacer is a special blend of Portland cement, sand, polymer modifiers and other additives designed to provide a shrinkage compensated repair material for making thin repairs to sound concrete which is in need of surface renewal.
What’s the difference between Quikrete sand and cement?
QUIKRETE® Sand (Topping) Mix, as the name implies, is ideal for topping the surface of existing concrete. Rigorously clean the concrete surface to remove algae, dirt, oil spills and weak or otherwise contaminated surfaces. A high pressure water blasting machine is ideal for preparing the surface.
How big of a bucket do I need to mix Quikrete?
Mix QUIKRETE® Concrete Resurfacer in a five gallon bucket with a 1/2″ paddle mixer and drill. A commercial mortar mixer can be used for large applications. Mix in a five-gallon (19 L) bucket with a 1/2″ (12mm) drill and paddle mixer.
