How to Fix Your Concrete Holes

Improve your curb appeal by fixing your concrete cracks. Here are some diy concrete tips

Pressure Wash the Concrete

To clean concrete effectively, use a power washer with a pressure rating of at least 3000 psi and a flow rate of at least 4 gallons per minute (gpm).

Tape Off the Edges

Tape off the edges where you don't want new concrete.

Prepare the Concrete Patch Mix

Mix only that amount of Vinyl Concrete Patcher that can be applied in 30 minutes. Under hot, dry or windy conditions, keep the patch moist for 24 hours by covering with polyethylene film. Product will support foot traffic in 1 day. Allow 3 days for wheeled traffic.

Apply the Concrete Mix

Roll on a layer of bonding agent. Use a square nose shovel to put some concrete mix onto the top step. Use two trowels, one to lean on while working with the other.

Fill the Holes

While working, use any leftover concrete mix that's getting kind of hard to fill the holes. Fill the hole and trowel over it to even it out. Smooth out hot spots with a trowel.

Add a Second Coat

Add a second coat before the first coat dries.

Use a Concrete Finishing Broom

Drag the product across the entire surface with a concrete finishing broom.

Work the Concrete Into the Pores

Work the concrete into the pores of the existing concrete.

Add the Skim Coat

Add the skim coat over the entire area.

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