Concrete Overlays: Resurfacing Concrete with a Fresh New Look

Here's an introduction to the various overlay types and factors to consider when weighing the options

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Choosing the Best Overlay for the Job

Buyer's guide to concrete overlays: Compare stampable overlays, microtoppings, skim coats, spray-down systems, and self-leveling overlays

Comparison chart of overlay systems: Which is best for your project?

Five factors to consider when choosing a resurfacing system

Preparing Concrete for Resurfacing

Getting concrete ready for resurfacing

Reducing bond failures caused by moisture-vapor transmission

Don't let water vapor delaminate your overlay: How to seal concrete before an overlay

How-To Tips for Installing Concrete Overlays

Answers to common questions about concrete overlays: Advice from expert Chris Sullivan

How to add color to concrete overlays

How to protect and maintain resurfaced concrete

Concrete Overlay Product Reviews

Contractors' favorite overlay and topping products: What they use and why they like them

Putting a waterproof concrete coating over a wooden deck: Miracote's Miraflex II System

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Concrete overlay videos, with Bob Harris

Decorative concrete overlays: A primer of the various overlay types and the decorative possibilities with each

Vertical concrete overlays: Lightweight cement-based overlays mimic stone, brick, and other wall textures

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Even the best concrete has its imperfections in the form of cracks, discoloration, pop outs, and other flaws. While repairing concrete can help fix some of these flaws, the repairs themselves can be noticeable and unattractive. It's no wonder, then, that many homeowners think their only recourse for improving the look of unsightly concrete is to rip it out and replace it. But if the concrete is in perfectly good condition otherwise, you can offer homeowners an economical alternative by giving the surface a complete facelift with a decorative concrete overlay.

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