What Is a Concrete Overlay?
Because of today’s economy, most people do not have the spare money to rip up concrete floors and install new ones. Which is why a concrete overlay can sometimes be a viable option. They serve as a decorative function and are low cost. So instead of shelling out for a replacement or removal, an overlay provides another option to hide any imperfections often found on concrete.
What exactly does an overlay entail?
Overlays are very similar to resurfacing. They will be applied on the top of a pre-existing concrete surface that will revitalize the look of the floor. They can often mimic the look of another flooring, including stone, slate, wood, and brick.
With regards to the application, another layer of concrete will be spread on top of the pre-existing one. This new coating will help to update the overall look of the floor and keep the sub-flooring intact. The process is very similar to revamping an old pair of shoes. The concrete overlay will often be used with a stamp.
When Should An Overlay be Done?
So long as the surface of the concrete is still viable, an overlay can be used on any type of concrete. Another thing to note is the concrete must not have any spalls or cracks in it.
The soil needs to be stable also.
Should you see any signs of moisture either under or within the concrete, then an overlay cannot be applied. As the high levels of humidity will seep into the overlay, which will result in cracks and breaks. However, when the cracks or stain are relatively minor ones, using a concrete overlay can be possible.
With the sub-floor, it must be intact, and an overlay can be used to make it the main flooring. For example, when tiles are removed from their concrete base. Instead of installing new ones, an overlay will be sufficient to update the overall look and make it a new floor.
Now you know what an overlay entails. If you are interested in finding out about our services in the Napa, CA area, please call us at Luis Diaz Concrete today at (707) 238-2519.
