Exposed Aggregate Concrete Patio Diy

Use the lawn rollers to press the aggregate into the concrete.

Exposed aggregate concrete patio diy.

Smooth stamped or broomed concrete hides the larger pieces of gravel below the surface. Call and ask for exposed aggregate concrete. Call and order concrete from your local concrete company. Making an exposed aggregate concrete path.

Aggregate is the sand and gravel part of the concrete mix. Step 5 brush and wash. The exposed aggregate method removes the top fine layer so individual gravel pieces are visible on the surface. For information on many other parts of landsca.

I love working with concrete because it s tough and versatile and relatively cost effective in this instructable i ll be jazzing up a new footpath by exposing the aggregate there are a few ways to do this and many commercial operators use a high pr. In this video we are doing a custom concrete hand mix with a custom finish on this concrete paver stepping stone we show you how to get a beautiful hand fini. If you have trouble figuring out how much is needed tell the concrete company your square footage and thickness. Watch for bare patches of concrete that require a few more bits of aggregate.

It s what the cement bonds to and it gives the concrete substance and strength. Keeping the roller surface moist will prevent it from picking up concrete and aggregate. They will inform you on what it is and different options they offer.