by Mazza Concrete | Jul 22, 2015 | Maintenance
Earlier in the month, we listed a few concrete maintenance tips to keep your concrete surface looking brand new. Here are a few more!
Seal Joints in the Concrete:
This will help minimize water intrusion, prevent dirt collecting, and prevent weeds from growing at the joints.
Seal the Concrete Surface:
This repels water, dust proofs the surface, provides abrasion resistance, and makes the concrete resistance to UV sunlight.
If you would like more information about concrete maintenance in Oakland County, MI, and surrounding areas please contact Mazza Company Concrete at (248) 625-3305 today!
by Mazza Concrete | Nov 20, 2014 | Stamped Concrete, Stamped Concrete Driveway
This popular choice for patios can also be used on driveways. In this process, concrete is poured in a conventional way, then stamped and colored to mimic pavers, brick or slate. To minimize slick surfaces, some contractors add a roughing agent to the sealant.
Cost: $10 to $14 per square foot
Maintenance: periodic resealing
Estimated life span: 25 to 40 years
Pros: requires minimal maintenance
Cons: vulnerable to cracking and chipping; becomes slippery when wet
If you would like more information about concrete driveway pricing in Oakland County, MI, and surrounding areas please contact Mazza Company Concrete at (248) 625-3305 today!
