Concrete resurfacing is a standard process exercised on concrete floors. Experts are involved in the process that starts with concrete floor preparation. The preparation itself is a complete task that must be done perfectly for better concrete resurfacing. This post covers the concrete floor preparation method adopted by professionals before concrete resurfacing.
How To Prepare Concrete For Resurfacing?
Adequate preparation is needed before resurfacing, and this involves the following steps.
Removing The Existing Floor Material
This step will involve removing the floor material like tile, laminate, carpet, etc. A pri-bar, a hammer, and a floor scraper will be required for the tiled floor.
Some essential tools like a heavy-duty utility knife or a hook blade are needed to remove the carpet. For laminate floor removal, a flat bar will be required, along with a floor scraper or a heat gun to remove the residue.
Removing The Loose Material
The next step includes removing all the loose material using a push broom or a shop vacuum.
Making The Surface Porous
This is a crucial phase of the concrete floor preparation, and it ensures that new protective floor coatings in Sydney will adhere properly. The surface can be made porous very easily by hatching, grinding or shot blasting.
Surface Washing
This is the last step, and a pressure washer is ideal for washing the concrete floor before resurfacing. This ensures that any contamination that can interfere with the concrete resurfacing process or the application of protective floor coating in Sydney will be removed.
What Safety Steps To Take During Concrete Floor Preparation?
The team involved in concrete floor preparation is advised to use all the recommended protective gear and PPE kits. Here is a quick list of safety equipment and their uses.
Goggles
- Protect your eyes from pieces of tiles flying while removing them.
Gloves
- Protection to hands from sharp blades and/or edges of materials.
Work Boots, Long Pants, and A Long-Sleeve Shirt
- Protecting the body from sharp edges and blades.
Masks
- Avoid breathing in dust and contaminants.
Is Diy Concrete Floor Preparation Possible?
Most professionals don’t advocate DIY in concrete preparation. This ideal preparation will make the new coating adhere properly and help in adequate glue removal.
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