Exposed Aggregate Concrete Patio Diy

Making an exposed aggregate concrete path.

Exposed aggregate concrete patio diy.

Aggregate is the sand and gravel part of the concrete mix. As for amount concrete is purchased by the yard. It s what the cement bonds to and it gives the concrete substance and strength. Call and order concrete from your local concrete company.

If you have trouble figuring out how much is needed tell the concrete company your square footage and thickness. 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. Keeping the roller surface moist will prevent it from picking up concrete and aggregate. The rolling is done when the aggregate has been pressed just below the top layer of concrete and the surface is level and flush with the forms.

Use the lawn rollers to press the aggregate into the concrete. Step 5 brush and wash. Watch for bare patches of concrete that require a few more bits of aggregate. The exposed aggregate method removes the top fine layer so individual gravel pieces are visible on the surface.

Call and ask for exposed aggregate concrete. Smooth stamped or broomed concrete hides the larger pieces of gravel below the surface. 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.