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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does
decorative concrete look like?
A: Using various techniques, Concrete by
Design can achieve a look, texture and
color of any type stone, brick, marble, wood, etc.
Q: What colors does it
come in?
A: We have a variety of standard colors to
choose from. However, we can custom produce any color you wish for a
minimal extra charge.
Q: How long does it take
to do a job?
A: An average job will take 2 to 4 days.
Larger, more complex jobs may take longer. Clean foot traffic is usually
allowed within the same day.
Q: Does the pool have to
be drained?
A: No, the pool should be full. If the pool
were empty, the overspray would stain the plaster. Full, any
small amount of overspray can be dealt with by allowing the overspray to
settle to the bottom, shutting off the filter, then pumping the material
to waste and bypassing all filters is recommended.
Q: How do you treat
control or expansion joints?
A: All existing control joints should remain
in the surface to allow for expansion and contraction of the original
concrete. We
work to insure these joints match the rest of the look of
the surfaces.
Q: Is it cool to walk on?
A: Here is how our products compare to other
coatings as far as heat retention:
10-40 degrees cooler than concrete
30%-40% cooler than epoxy stone
50% cooler than vinyl or urethane
40%-50% cooler than wood decks
Up to 40% cooler than carpet
50%-60% cooler than terrazzo
40%-50% cooler than tile
20%-30% cooler than brick
Q: Will pool water,
chlorine, muriatic acid, or bleach stain the finished product?
A: No, the sealer we apply to our system is
not affected by most chemicals.
Q: Will
finished product
fade?
A: No, not dramatically, the product has
approximately a 2% fade factor over seven years, which is undetectable
by the human eye; our warranty covers this.
Q: How do you treat
cracks in the concrete prior to the product application?
A: Cracks are ground out with a cup grinder to
produce a "V". A two-part epoxy with a chopped fiberglass filament is
then introduced into the crack and will re-bond the crack.
Q: Will cracks reoccur?
A: Though we do everything possible to treat
cracks and do eliminate 90% of them, it is possible they may reoccur. If
they do, it is usually in the form of a hairline, which is not
objectionable as it is largely hidden in the texture. Proper
placement of tension cuts greatly reduces the chance of the crack
returning.
Q: Can
the product be applied over painted concrete?
A: Yes, though it generally will need to be
scarified or sandblasted to remove the paint enough to where our product
will bond with the original concrete.
Q: Can you level heaved
concrete?
A: Yes, quite easily.
Q: How does the price of
an overlay compare with removing and replacing old concrete?
A: The cost of an overlay is normally
20%-25% less than the cost of removing cement and pouring new and is
much better looking and much easier to maintain than the original
cement.
Q: What is the cost per
square foot?
A: The price depends on a number of factors,
such as the condition of the original concrete, the patterns chosen,
etc.
Q: How do I clean the
decorative
surfaces?
A: Usually, normal washing with a hose is all
that is needed. For stubborn stains, a brush with laundry detergent is
all that is needed.
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