Here’s Why Concrete Resurfacing Is A Worthwhile Investment

Concrete surfaces are susceptible to gradual wear and deterioration. That often happens because these surfaces absorb water when dry, if this occurs constantly, it weakens the material's bonding qualities. And, once it's weak, nothing is left to protect other layers from rapid degradation and failure. Lucky for you, there's a solution that prevents that from happening and significantly slows down surface deterioration — concrete resurfacing. Keep reading to learn more regarding this technique and why it's worth it.

What is Concrete Resurfacing? 

Concrete resurfacing involves using a thin cement-based overlay to repair worn-out, damaged, or faded concrete surfaces. Experts mix this overlay with bonding agents to boost adherence and cohesion, making the material ideal for producing solid and serviceable surfaces. If you want to revamp an old concrete pavement, driveway, and similar surfaces, all you have to do is call an expert to prepare and pour concrete resurfacing over the old concrete and wait for it to cure.

Benefits of Concrete Resurfacing?

Concrete resurfacing is associated with the following benefits:

1.       Durability

Experts rate the comprehensive strength of concrete resurfacers at approximately 4,500 psi (pounds per square inch).  That means quality concrete resurfacing products are strong enough to produce surfaces that can withstand a good deal of abuse. In fact, according to these specialists, the strength of concrete resurfacers is significantly higher than that of the slab. Therefore, correctly applied concrete resurfacing can outlive the slab itself. But, the lifespan of a particular concrete overlay is dependent on the resurfacing material quality, maintenance levels, and how much prep work your resurfacing service provider does on the concrete. That being said, if well-applied and adequately maintained, the average overlay can last 25 years or more.

2.       Increased property value

If you plan to sell your home, there's something you should know: any damaged or worn-out surfaces will negatively impact the resale value. Therefore, for instance, if you have a shabby concrete floor, expect offers and potential buyers to drop a notch. That is despite many people preferring it because it's cost-effective, sustainable, and relatively easy to maintain. Simply put, fixing worn-out floors and walls using concrete resurfacing is an investment likely to improve property value and enable you to fetch significant returns when it's time to sell.

3.       Affordable and enhances aesthetics

If you prefer marble, granite, sandstone, brick, or any other flooring finishes besides the one you have, there's some good news. Nowadays, you can tint concrete resurfacing with unique colorants and apply it when you feel like changing your floor's color. You can also tweak the aesthetics by stamping the resurfacing with a finish or pattern of your choice. And the best thing is since a concrete resurfacing project is cheaper than tearing up the old surface and installing a new one, you can exploit such options without breaking your bank account.


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