How to Give New Life to an Old Concrete Patio

How do you give new life to an old concrete patio that’s so worn that you can see rocks coming through the surface?

A worn-out concrete patio with hairline cracks and discoloration
Worn-out concrete isn’t just unsightly; it can cause big problems.

You revive it with Quikrete Re-Cap Concrete Resurfacer.

First, clean and prepare the surface with a pressure washer to blast away the dirt, grime and deteriorating concrete.

Chelsea pressure washes the patio
Always pressure-wash your concrete patio — and let it thoroughly dry — before resurfacing it.

Then, mix up the Re-Cap and pour it out on the damp concrete in long, narrow lines.  Use a squeegee to evenly spread a thin layer over the entire surface.

Trowel on Quikrete Re-Cap Concrete Resurfacer to revive your worn patio.
Trowel on Quikrete Re-Cap Concrete Resurfacer to revive your worn patio.

Re-Cap’s bonding strength ensures that the new surface will be sound from as little as an eighth of an inch thick, up to half an inch.

broom-finish-from-behind
Drag a stiff-bristled broom across the concrete slab or resurfaced area to enhance walkability.

As it dries, add a slip-resistant surface by gently pulling a push broom across the re-surfacer.

Once it’s dry, your patio will look like a brand-new slab with consistent color and texture throughout.

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