Columnist, Chris Sullivan answers a question about sealers that initially had him stumped. This article works through some answers if this problem ever arrives on your doorstep.
Tag: Troubleshooting
What Causes Hot-tire Pickup on Stamped Concrete?
The issue of car tires pulling sealer from concrete is known as “hot-tire pickup.” The initial conclusion most people make when they hear “hot-tire pickup” is that a hot tire is melting the sealer and causing it to peel off the concrete.
How Did the Extreme Winter Affect Exterior Decorative Concrete?
Large parts of the United States recently experienced a brutal winter of cold temperatures and record snow and ice accumulations.
Compatibility Issues Between Stained Concrete and Salt Chlorinated Swimming Pools
Scott Cohen, artisan and construction defect expert witness, whose company The Green Scene makes decorative backyards and pools in Southern California, has observed problems around salt-chlorinated pools too, but he is far from certain that all salt pools are problematic.
Why is My Concrete Deck Failing Where It’s Exposed to the Elements?
I have an exterior raised wooden deck that has a cement-based overlay applied to the top. The area that is under roof is fine, but the area that is outside is failing.
The Difference Between Sealing and Resealing Decorative Concrete
Few things can compare to freshly sealed concrete. Hues of hidden color explode the minute a coat of fresh sealer makes contact with the concrete’s surface. Customers smile with satisfaction and concrete artisans swell with pride.
Troubleshooting Topically Colored Polished Concrete
I was recently asked to troubleshoot issues on a polished concrete floor that failed to show vivid color, even after all the usual right steps were taken. It was “The Case of the Disappearing Color.”
Answers to Concrete Staining Problems, Questions and Concerns
When you think about it, the relatively low percentage of callbacks and problems compared to the overall amount of work performed says a lot about the caliber of installers and the industry as a whole.
Fixes for Common Concrete Surface Color Problems
Unfortunately, complaints about how color turns out are an all-too-familiar topic of conversation. Complaints can involve but are not limited to integrally colored concrete, color-hardened concrete, stamped and textured concrete and stained concrete.
Decorative Concrete Products That Help Control Heat
Here are a few products designed specifically to help cool down exterior concrete surfaces.
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