Frequently Asked Questions
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1. How do you make concrete look so good?
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At Manicured Concrete we use a variety of stains and polymer based resurfacing materials to create stunning flooring systems for new or old concrete. That's right, we can resurface old, pitted, stained, ugly concrete and turn it into a functional part of your home or business that looks as good as it performs.
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2. Will these products peel up like paint?
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No! We do NOT paint concrete and advise you never to do so. There are many reasons that paint will not adhere to concrete and even the lightest foot traffic (or even none at all) will cause paint to peel or flake off. When properly installed, our systems actually become a permanent part of the existing concrete. In fact, we're so sure that our systems are the best in the world that we guarantee they will not de-laminate. Read our extensive warranty for all the details.
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3. How long will my new concrete surface last?
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With a minimal amount of maintenance, your new concrete floor will last longer than any other flooring options on the market. Our staining and resurfacing systems will wear just like concrete because they are concrete. You can drive a semi over our floors with no worries!! Now that's durable!!
4. What's the difference between regular concrete and your resurfacing products?
There are two main differences that should be noted when comparing ordinary concrete and ourresurfacing systems. Our products are actually engineered to be stronger than the grey stuff that comes on the mixing trucks to most job sites and they are more receptive to tinting and staining.
5. Why would I add a resurfacing product to my new concrete slab?
While a new concrete slab is an excellent candidate for acid staining to create a beautiful, durable floor, adding our resurfacing products will add other options to your flooring choices. With our engineered products we can achieve brighter, more vibrant colors when acid staining and allows the use of other types of stains, tints, textures, custom logos and graphics, and other decorative effects that just aren't possible with a standard concrete slab.
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6. How does an acid stain work?
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Acid stains react with minerals already in the concrete. See our Acid Stain page for a more detailed description.
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7. Will the color fade on my new concrete floor?
No. With proper maintenance and a UV inhibiting sealer your new floor will last a lifetime. Color fade occurs when the U.V. resistant sealer is worn and exposes the stained or colored concrete to harmful U.V. rays. CSS has higher performance characteristics than standard acrylic sealers, including: saltresistance, U.V. resistance, water resistance, freeze/thaw resistance, petrochemical resistance,and wear resistance.
8. Can a concrete floor be applied over a standard plywood sub-floor?
Yes! These systems can be applied over a wood sub-floor. This procedure includes adding felt paper, lath, and creating a concrete base over which a floor may be added. To reduce the chance of flex, we recommend spacing floor joists at 12" centers with two layers of 3/4" sub-floor running in perpendicular directions.
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9. Can these systems be used on walls?
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Yes! Manicured Concrete can install a number of different textures and colors to a concrete wall. Imagine never painting your basement walls! These products also look great on exterior foundation walls at a fraction of the cost of stone.
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10. My concrete is cracked. Can it be repaired?
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Once concrete is cracked, that crack will always be there. However, there are many options for hiding cracks. See our About Cracks page for more information.
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11. Are concrete floors slippery?
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Any sealed surface can be slippery when wet. Manicured Concrete can help you with making your new floor more slip resistant. We offer a wide variety of textured floors that are great in wet areas like pool decks, driveways, and patios. A number of slip resistant additives can also be mixed into the sealer and applied to any floor.
