Some homeowners come to the conclusion that if their concrete floor is degrading, they should just replace it. Before you come to this conclusion yourself, consider an epoxy concrete resurfacer. Resurfacing old concrete is perfect for,
Hiding small cracks and surface imperfections
Addressing discoloration
Preventing degradation (spalling and scaling)
Before you decide on replacing your concrete, which can be an expensive job, call an epoxy flooring expert. They’ll come out and inspect your concrete floor, decide what repairs need to be done before they coat it, and choose a design with you that will enhance the look of your home. If experts decide that your concrete is not a candidate for an epoxy resurfacer, they’ll point you in the right direction. Otherwise, an epoxy concrete resurfacer will just hide underlying problems when they should be addressed beforehand. Here are some cases where you should repair your concrete first.
If your concrete is heaving – If your concrete floor is lifting or sinking, you’ll need to have it addressed before any epoxy is applied.
If your concrete has severe cracks – If your concrete floor has large and structural cracks that run wall to wall, we recommend having them repaired first.
If your concrete has frost or thaw damage – Concrete is a porous material. If water in your floor freezes, it can expand and leave large patches or pits.