Greetings all,
I have concrete steps that have had a section where the surface has broken down and as a result has 1/3 of an inch of the top missing on about 15% of the top surface.
I was wondering how to repair it.
I would also like to put a thin top layer of something that even up the entire area to make it look presentable.I want to be sure I don’t put something down that peals away after a year and leave a bigger eye sore than I have now.
Any suggestions?
Jim
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No matter what you use, if the base is failing, the topping could separate from it, especially if you have freeezing conditions. Water can get in, freeze, expand, and lift the patch.
So you will need to be sure all the loose material is removed first.
Then a portland based leveling compound or an epxoy based repair such as Abatron makes, will take care of you.
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Which would you use if it was your front steps, and any suggestions on what not to do?
Jim
I always want to see a job before making specific decisions like that. What is best for one is not best for all.What not to do?
don't step in it before it cures
keep a backet of water handy for cleanup. Some of these can go off fast and hurt your tools
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I have made repairs to material like this in the past, and the repairs have lasted ten years or more. The patch material I used was Ankota "fortified" patch (with a liquid admixture, IIRC). I'm sure there is better stuff now (but don't know what that might be).
You need to get down to solid material, then use a patch designed for good adhesion in thin layers.
To even up the appearance it might be best to use a concrete paint of some sort, vs trying to skim coat everything.