How to Repair a Section of Concrete Walkway
If there is a section of your concrete path that is particularly cracked and pitted, you may want to consider resurfacing the entire section with a concrete resurfacing mix. Mixing the polymer-based concrete and applying it is a rather simple process, but one that must be done quickly due to the fast-hardening material. Learn how to prepare the concrete surface, mix the resurfacer and apply it to rejuvenate your walkway. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Concrete-repair caulk
- Caulking gun
- Putty knife
- Masking tape
- 5-gallon bucket
- Water
- Polymer-based cement resurfacer (20-pound bag)
- 650-rpm, 1/2-inch drill motor with mixing paddle
- Flat steel trowel
- Push broom
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Instructions
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Repair the major cracks in the surface of the concrete by applying a concrete-repair caulk. Use a caulking gun and add firm and constant pressure to the trigger to lay down a thick bead of caulk in any cracks that are a 1/2 inch wide.
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Smooth the concrete-repair caulk with a putty knife.
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Place duct tape on top off the expansion joints in the section that you want to repair. Firmly press the tape into the crevices of the joints.
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Pour 2 1/2 quarts of water as well as the entire contents of the bag of resurfacer in a 5-gallon bucket.
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Mix the contents of the bucket with a drill motor for two minutes.
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Pour the resurfacer onto the section of walkway and immediately smooth and spread with a flat steel trowel.
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Add texture to the surface by gently drawing a push broom across the walkway.
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Remove the duct tape from the joints.
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Allow the section of the walkway to dry for 24 hours before using.
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References
- Photo Credit walkway image by Larry Roberg from Fotolia.com
