Concord Stamped Concrete Patio
Stamped concrete patio is a great paving material that can add to the curb appeal of your home. It is commonly used for patios, pool decks, driveways, and entryways. It is a great alternative to natural stone and brick pavers. However, it can be hard to understand your pattern options, the best areas to install them and how to use them to set the mood of your new environment. After the installation, you will need to understand how to take care of your stamped concrete patio. For more information, contact (925) 329-3594 and we will provide free estimates for your stamped concrete patio.
How to Care for Stamped Concrete Patio
Here are a few ways to take care of your patio.
Patio Cleaning
You will need to regularly sweep and get rid of grass, leaves, and natural debris for your patio. This is important as decaying wood and leaves can leave stain your concrete making it ugly. Wet leaves on a stamped concrete patio can make it slippery and therefore, increase the risks of falls. When sweeping be keen on cracks on the concrete, cracks allow water to permeate through the concrete and end up eroding it. If there are cracks on your concrete patio, contact a Concord concrete contractor. This is particularly important when you are doing your first cleaning in spring.
Use a pressure washer to clean the patio thoroughly. Ensure that you are only using medium pressure to avoid damage to the stamping. You can then apply water and soap on the surface. Avoid holding the nozzle in a single place as the concrete can be damaged by pressure. Also, put on gloves and safety goggles when performing the job. This is important as loose cement particles can get into the eye.
Put on rubber gloves as the detergent can be harsh. Some of them can have strong amounts of chlorine. After cleaning the whole stamped concrete, use a garden hose to rinse it. Give it time to dry fully. The best time to do this during the warm and dry weather.
In case of any stubborn stains, use a scrub brush and detergents to get rid of them. A liquid rust remover can be used to remove rust stains. A garage floor degreaser is a good choice for removing oil stains.
Patio Sealing
After cleaning and drying the stamped concrete patio, it is time to seal and waterproof this coveted space. Unfortunately, the majority of homeowners overlook this process despite the step creating a seal on the surface and permeating the porous concrete to enable it to resist water. When you have sealed your patio properly, it becomes possible for it to withstand extreme weather conditions and temperature as compared to an unsealed patio. Water tends to bead up on this surface in the same way it does on a waxed car.
Pour the sealer on the surface of the stamped concrete patio and use a paint roller to smoothen it evenly. Ensure that the sealer is applied evenly and in accordance to the amount recommended by the manufacturer. Ensure that there are no puddles left as these many fail to dry completely and many end yup becoming sticky. You will need to do this job during the dry weather.
Hire Concord Concrete Masonry for Stamped Concrete Patio
If you would like to have the best results for your stamped concrete patio, you need to get in touch with a qualified concrete contractor Concord. One of the recommended names is Concord Concrete and Contractors. You can reach us on (925) 329-3594.
